āThe Deal With a Racist Devil,ā Donna Laddās editorās note last week, called for Republicans to reject the racism of the partyās southern strategy to appeal to bigotry.
āThis is one of the most powerful, thought-provoking pieces on the Republican agenda and the 2012 election to date. I, too, thought weād evolved to a point where we were no longer fooled by the motives of those who were enjoying their privileged positions at the expense of everyone else. Racism, sexism, and other āismsā raise their ugly heads most when times are hard, and the privileged elite promotes a brand of propaganda that says we should blame the victim rather than the architects of an unjust system.ā
ālenajones61
āOutstanding analysis, Donna Ladd. Kudos to Jackson Free Press for your honest and forthright contribution to Mississippiās conversation about race and racism. With much appreciation!ā
āmargeryfreeman
āDonna, I have been reading your commentary for some time but this piece is so good I had to comment. I grew up in a much better environment, but during all the desegregation issues in Virginia. My family was concerned when I moved here, too. We have taught our children to respect all and treat all as equals. Fortunately, even in this environment, they are very open and accepting, unless they encounter someone like you did where they need to leave. You are so right about all the backhanded comments and innuendo that is so prevalent especially here in Mississippi. Thank you for all you and your team do to keep publishing JFP with the content that is sorely needed.ā
ā kensteere
āAs a white male conservative in Jackson, Miss., I fall into your broad brush description of a racist. But Iām not a racist. Therein lies the problem. What about me and people like me?ā
ā tyler
