Wednesday, February 20, 2002
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Wednesday, February 20, 2002 |
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King criticism was not only anti-black; it's anti-American While Mr. John Lewis Jr. of Peachtree City nicely replies to Victoria A. Wanzer concerning her libelous article on Dr. King, in saying, "I read with interest ...," I say I read with absolute and sheer disgust. I could not believe the audacity Wanzer had in attempting to drag the honorable Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s name through the dirt and at the same time putting down his followers. Her article was ignorant, rude, arrogant, disrespectful, and downright offensive, as well as incorrect. She seems to be that type of blatant racist who thinks or claims she is just informing the people when it is quite obvious that she is trying her best to bring down the African-Americans in her community with her malicious use of freedom of speech. What is interesting is that this woman could make such blatant accusations without any proof to back it up. I even tried for a moment to consider Wanzer's reliability, but then the only things I found that provided some sort of evidence for her statements came from racist websites. We all, unfortunately, know the ones. They are the ones that promote white supremacy. When I first began this letter, I considered bringing down some of the "renowned and noble" members of the Caucasian race. Then I realized the only thing I would be doing is bringing myself all the way down to Wanzer's level. I would not dare stoop so low. Again, I say her article is disrespectful. She would be so impertinent that she would have such an article published two days after the day that we, the American people, celebrate his birthday, life, and all of his many accomplishments. Of course, a racist could never see it that way. King Day is a federal holiday, so not only has Wanzer proven herself to be anti-black, but also she is anti-American. Do not insult my intelligence by calling me a "gullible black." I may only be a 17-year-old black, female, senior at Sandy Creek High School, but I know for myself how to appreciate those who have contributed greatly to my nation and to me. You cannot insult my people by trying to tarnish the name and reputation of our beloved Dr. King. Above all, please do not tell me because you've had dozens of black friends, you know anything about being black or hurt. America is only as good as it is right now because of the work of Dr. King. When things got good for African-Americans, it got better for white Americans. It made white America more humane. Perhaps one day, someone will have the patience and time to better educate you on the accomplishments of Dr. King and other African-Americans who did so much good, so that you can learn to appreciate, and not hate. We are too educated to fall for the tricks of hate-mongers like you. You are a part of the problem; why don't you try being a part of the solution? Jamila A. Rivers Fayetteville
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