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Swinn88 comments on 1 Colombians POV about Immigration rights in the U.S. Sorry it took so long to get back. What she was saying is that advocates are asking for freedom to do certain things like low cost tuition to a number of univeristys & Colleges in the U.S. that her children will not have a right to because they are American citizens. Pappasito mentions Health Care that also came up in our conversation. I think what she was alluding to is are we doing this for us or for the future of our children? One could argue that if I have this opportunity I can make things better for my child. To some extent that is true. However,we decided that merely going to the U.S. and raising your kids there is making a better future for your kids. We also discussed how many hispanic illegal immigrants are separated from there children and deported/removed from the U.S. She then told me that most of her "friends left children and husbands and wives in Colombia and that what about those children and family left there? Why is it so easy to leave those children in Colombia and forget them while fighting for there American children. Is what we want for our children or is it for us? "The people that fight so hard for us is it for us? or is it because we can make money for them?" What benefits do the kids get out of it?
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Swinn88 comments on 1 Colombians POV about Immigration rights in the U.S. Thats right! They will not be entitled to the rights that their parents are looking for.
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Swinn88 comments on Papi de Alejo Hey Papi My B,Day is May 5th. Thanks for the well wishes. I'm on vacation this week and I plan t o enjoy it very much. Thanks Again.
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Swinn88 comments on One more Thing. Whites have ethnic pride just like everyone else. Please don't lose sight of that. I have stated this before. It is not in the form of being white but is in the form of being Russian, Italian, Irish, Polish, and many other places that are historically White. Latinos come White, Black, Brown, Asian, Indian. They celebrate being Latino. They don't celebrate being white, black, asian, or indio. The latino part is what brings them together usally outside of their respective countries. In their respective countries will will see divison of the races just as you do in The good ole U.S.A.. The difference is In the good ole U.S.A. we acknowledge that we see things in color. In Latin America many people won't admit to it. Not everyone but enough to make me post the videos that I post. I would never have to do that in The U.S.A. That is why I post me posts.
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Swinn88 comments on Hope You Enjoy. Is Racism Against White People Possible? There’s a growing fad among Japanese novelty shops and variety television shows. This is dressing up like a “gaijin” (foreigner) and acting like one by donning a large fake nose, bushy wigs (and sometimes beards) then speaking in loud, broken and poor English. A few examples of the types of items can be seen here and here. The gaijin community that takes notice of such things is uncertain whether or not this is offensive to foreigners or simply amusing. The fact that white people, who are typified as big-nosed and hairy by the Japanese, even question whether or not this is offensive raises the question of whether or not anything which portrays white folks in a negative light by non-caucasians can ever be considered racist. After all, if you change the costume to one which would allow a white person to dress up as a stereotypical Japanese person – geeky glasses, buck teeth, yellowish skin, and “slanted eyes” - it can be recognized immediately as an offensive negative stereotype. Since black comedians can say nearly anything they want about white people as part of their comedy routines while white comedians are forbidden from using any stereotypes about minorities of any stripe in their routines for fear of being seen as racist, one has to ponder whether or not racism against white folks is considered impossible. On more than one occasion, the argument has been made that it’s not racist to make wholesale negative remarks about white people because they are in the majority and therefore “in power”. The idea is that you can only be a racist if you are in a position to oppress someone. This argument confuses “discrimination” with “racism”. For behavior to be racist, it is only required to be based on stereotypical (and usually negative) thinking. Most racist commentary is meant to belittle those who are different in appearance from oneself as a means of elevating oneself. There is little risk that white people will eventually find themselves oppressed or in a situation where they are discriminated against wholesale as a result of spreading racist sentiment. However, that is not the point. Racism of any kind serves to separate people and breeds resentment and hostility based on superficial differences. Even if white adults can laugh at themselves as they are stereotyped by others, this type of humor subtly teaches children who grow up exposed to such humor that it’s okay to make fun of others because they are different. It also increases the likelihood that they will apply such humor to their contemporaries with potentially disastrous results. While it may sound far-fetched and alarmist, a comment on one of the many blogs about Japan regarding the “gaijin” costumes illustrates just how potentially dangerous racial humor can be when children are exposed to it. According to this comment, a Japanese child grabbed at his teacher’s crotch because he had heard jokes about “big gaijin” penis sizes.
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Swinn88 comments on I'm sending this to you because I don'y know if you will return to the post. It is a copy of my response in the post. Im also sending you an article about racisim against whites. Hi again Llflora sorry about being away from the computer for such a very long time. Let me give an answer to your concerns. (1) I will not find videos of racism against whites because it is a topic that does not move me at the moment. However, it is obvious that it moves you so once again I will suggest that you help me out a bit and find that information and post it. I will view it and comment appropriately. (2) As much as you may hate to read this....I'm not willing to consider myself a racist yet. You see my family comes in a rainbow of colors. White, Black, Indian(U.S.) White Latino, Black Latino, Indio Latino. I also have adopted Nieces and nephews that are of asian origin, and pacific islander origin. I love and respect them all so I can't consider myself racist just yet. (3) I have not blamed you of anything. I think the problem is that you just don't understand the post. It certainly is not about where in the world blacks flourish without Anglo help. However for you I will find many examples in the "history of time" where blacks have flourished and post them in a separate post (again...you will do the same about Racism against whites, No?). And Mongo!!! You are funny...I think because part of the title mentions Colombia. That may be the reason why it stays here. I don't know.
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Swinn88 comments on Racismo y Aversion contra Latinoamericanos en Chile ( Chile but relates to Colombia as well) Racismo contra ciudadanos de Colombia, Haiti, Republica Dominicana, Peru Hi again Llflora sorry about being away from the computer for such a very long time. Let me give an answer to your concerns. (1) I will not find videos of racism against whites because it is a topic that does not move me at the moment. However, it is obvious that it moves you so once again I will suggest that you help me out a bit and find that information and post it. I will view it and comment appropriately. (2) As much as you may hate to read this....I'm not willing to consider myself a racist yet. You see my family comes in a rainbow of colors. White, Black, Indian(U.S.) White Latino, Black Latino, Indio Latino. I also have adopted Nieces and nephews that are of asian origin, and pacific islander origin. I love and respect them all so I can't consider myself racist just yet. (3) I have not blamed you of anything. I think the problem is that you just don't understand the post. It certainly is not about where in the world blacks flourish without Anglo help. However for you I will find many examples in the "history of time" where blacks have flourished and post them in a separate post (again...you will do the same about Racism against whites, No?). And Mongo!!! You are funny...I think your correct. Because part of the title mentions Colombia. That may be the reason why it stays here like you said.
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Swinn88 comments on Racismo y Aversion contra Latinoamericanos en Chile ( Chile but relates to Colombia as well) Racismo contra ciudadanos de Colombia, Haiti, Republica Dominicana, Peru Hi Laflora hope all is well. No guilt on my part never have felt guilt about the topic, never will. However perhaps you have some feelings of guilt.I just tell it as it is. not hiding anything just putting up videos showing what many people are in denile about. Nothing against whites or any other race. I'll continue to show videos of racism against blacks in latin america or any other place I can find video while leaving it up to you to find the videos showing racisim against whites. Remember this please....."It is what it is whether you believe it or not"
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Swinn88 comments on This gentleman seems sincere. I don't agree with all his opinions but what he says is interesting. Thanks Robert Jorge.
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Swinn88 comments on This gentleman seems sincere. I don't agree with all his opinions but what he says is interesting. Sure you can be proud to be white. Of whatever origin you are. German, French, Russian, Italian or whatever place you choose. St. Patricks day certainly does not celebrate any well known blacks or indians from Ireland that I know of. The feast of San gennaro in New York City is a Proud Italian event that does not celebrate blacks or indians but Italians, Von Steuban Day in Upstate New York celebrates descendants of germany and noone has a problem with it. On the Other hand If you state white Power and Jews and Nig.... should die then I understand why those folks would be branded racist. Im sure you can identify with some group of people that are white and not racist.
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Swinn88 comments on This gentleman seems sincere. I don't agree with all his opinions but what he says is interesting. I dont hear you saying it but I hear others Say it. I have some friends that are very proud to be english. I also have some friends from Norway and sweden that argue about who the true viking descendants are. they are both proud to descend from them and claim it proudly. It is there history and they have every right to be proud of it and claim it. It does not make them any less American, Colombian, Norwegian, or whatever place they may be from. But it does give them unique. I am Colombian of african descent, or I am Norwegian of Viking Descent, or S. African of Dutch Descent. It is history.
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Swinn88 comments on This gentleman seems sincere. I don't agree with all his opinions but what he says is interesting. Ujay they are descendants of Africans. I think they should be able to use it if they like. In fact they have a right to use it.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas Everyone is doing great thanks. Everything you say in my opinion is on point and it is very sad.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas Even though the above videos are Ecuadorians speaking, it resonates in Colombia as well. That is why I posted it.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas in the meantime take a look at the 2nd video I posted today.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas Tis True Ken. I will post some more videos.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas CG long time no see how r u? The Truth is Most of my posts about racisim have very few comments. Thanks for your opinion and I hope more feel welcome to comment on the above video.
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Swinn88 comments on afro colombianos y mestizos: José Caicedo Cabezas Yes it is very interesting. Thanks for commenting. Usually noone comments I believe because it is viewed as an ugly truth that should be kept quiet.
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Swinn88 comments on Voltage I would pick NYC. But remember NYC has Plenty of beaches. Manhattan is an Island and statan Island is an Island. Great beaches are close by in the form of the Jersey shore. Also you have a choice of beaches on Long Island. That includes no so great beaches in Brooklyn and Queens and there are also Great Beaches in Conneticut.
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Swinn88 comments on Town is piece of Africa in Colombia I did a post on Palenque awhile back Ill post the video again. PALENQUE: UN Canto Palenque San Basilio, Bolivar, Maroon Community in Colombia Censo Afro Colombiano Also Check out this site. http://nljf.org/
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Swinn88 comments on Nice small towns near Medellin Because we have family in Barbosa we visit whenever we are in Colombia. My wife and I were also Married in Barbosa and my daughter was baptized there. They have a beautiful church there where my wifes cousin is the Sacerdote/Priest.
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Swinn88 comments on Nice small towns near Medellin Tom Tom you should check out Los Lagos. I liked it alot. My wife and kids also liked it. They have Cabins a great pool area and its just plain relaxing. This is the only link I could come up with. http://www.galeon.com/cafeinternetsd/productos773253.html Actually here is a much nicer link with photos and all. http://www.paginasamarillas.com/pagamanet/web/procesos/link.aspx?ie=280650&tipo=1&web=www.hosterialoslagos.com&tbu=2857&ipa=1&ies=3&idi=1&qid=3679756590333428224
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Swinn88 comments on Nice small towns near Medellin Barbosa is really nice wherever you you go. it's alot bigger than Donmatias and there is alot to do there. If you want to visit and need some connects let me know.
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Swinn88 comments on Nice small towns near Medellin Barbosa is another place that I have enjoyed staying. There is a nice little all inclusive place there called los Lagos. Different but also very Nice. On the way there is another all inclusive place in Barbosa called Antioquia Tropical club. Sometimes when we want to get away we stay in these places. Here is a link for ATC http://www.antioquiatropicalclub.com/index.php Check it out and hope you enjoy.
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Swinn88 comments on Nice small towns near Medellin My Wife is originally from Don Matias and I have spent much time there myself. It truly is a beautiful place to visit. Small but Very Nice. Full of life.
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Swinn88 comments on Night transfer from Medellin airport (Rio Negro) and nearby Hotel DEGT I have stayed at the Las Lomas hotel and the distance to the airport of both hotels is negligible. Many of their staff are fluent in english and the service and restaurants are great. 65.00 a night may cost a bit more than others down there but it is my opinion that it is well worth it. They will pick you up at the airport so you need not worry. It's a great place to stay. And no I don't work for them.
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Swinn88 comments on Is America turning Against the US? I think Rowdy is on point. Very well said Rowdy Yates.
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Swinn88 comments on America/Americas American/US Citizen I found this at wikepedia. I don't know how accurate it is but it seems on point. "North America is often divided into subregions but no universally accepted divisions exist. Central America comprises the southern region of the continent, but its northern terminus varies between sources. Geophysically, the region starts at the Isthmus of Tehuantepec in Mexico (namely the Mexican states of Campeche, Chiapas, Tabasco, Quintana Roo, and Yucatán[11]). The United Nations geoscheme includes Mexico in Central America; conversely, the European Union excludes both Mexico and Belize from the area. Geopolitically, Mexico is frequently not considered a part of Central America.[12] Northern America is used to refer to the northern countries and territories of North America: Canada, the United States, Greenland, Bermuda, and St. Pierre and Miquelon. They are often considered distinct from the southern portion of the Americas, which largely comprise Latin America. The term Middle America is sometimes used to collectively refer to Mexico, the nations of Central America, and the Caribbean."
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Swinn88 comments on best way to call colombia?? vonage, voip? the service is "Plan Tu Línea Directa" and its great. go to http://www.orbitelusa.com/ and click on Tu Línea Directa. it tell you what to do. good luck.
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Swinn88 comments on best way to call colombia?? vonage, voip? I posted this a couple of weeks back. I love it. ORBITEL has a great new service. My Wife and I just got a phone hookup through Orbitel. It has a local Medellin Number. We can call Colombia and we pay about 30.00 a month for 1000 minutes and our family and friends in Colombia can can us as if it were a regular local call. We are only charged minutes for the calls we make and not for incoming calls. so far it's a great service. By Swinn88 on Aug 13, 2008, 09:56 in Friendly Talkzone.
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Swinn88 comments on NiggazJeans in Medellin... I agree with August. I also don't think NaggazJeans would catch on in the U.S. They would be protested out of the Country. Believe me the creators of the Jeans co know what the word means and what it insinuates. The Co. may do well in Colombia but they have nixed the opp for the world market.
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Swinn88 comments on Racismo en la Universidad de Medellin? Interesting Video. Opinions Please. Your all right
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Swinn88 comments on ORBITEL has a great new service. I knew I wasn't one of the 1st to use it. The Website is WWW.ORBITELUSA.COM Click on Plan Tu Línea Directa.
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Swinn88 comments on ORBITEL has a great new service. Yes it uses a broad band connection. We Hooked up a linskys device to our router. A phone cable connects a phone to the linsky device and we make calls to Colombia. it really is a great service. Family in Colombia have a hard time believing that they are calling new york with a medellin number. But its great for us and gret for them.
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Swinn88 comments on Racismo en Medellin Sorry CG just trying to keep ourselves in the know, And yes August thats a better Approach.
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Swinn88 comments on Hey Morphus How Are You? As a Matter of fact I do. However I am more American than Anything else being that I was born and raised in the U.S. My Wife is Colombian from Medellin and my kids were born in Medellin. My wife is ready to give birth again however this child will be born here in the U.S. We speak only Spanish at home but thats only because my wifes english is not understandable. I would go as far as saying she still does not speak english. My Kids of course are bilingual.
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