I would like to apologize in advance for not responding to negative comments. Due to the nature of this article it goes against my personal constitution to even entertain rebuttals or criticism. Stay happy, spread love.
I’m curious as to how you see black people as the most prized position on campus? What examples do you have? Largely, your article claims postulates with no framing, no data, no citations, etc. Seems like delusionality exists in your bias rather than actual real world experiences of BIPOC students here. Nice try though.
Hey Daniel. I think you offer some great critiques here, but I feel that concluding in "Nice try though," is a sly remark that takes away from an otherwise very respectable criticism. I understand that you're passionate about the topic, I've made similar remarks, but please try to be respectful towards the author. I really want this to be a place where we can have discussions to better understand each other and I think respect is a key part of that, and without it things quickly turn into useless arguments with nobody listening to the other side.
Hey Ethan, thanks for your thoughts on my comment. They are interesting. My remark was not sly. But rather a testament to the effort of trying to tackle a huge topic without any foundational research cited here from Connecticut College black student voices. If you are offended or emotionally charged by my comments, then you are ignoring my general questions. Also do not censor my opinions and questions, as a black student I am entitled to share what I want on a platform to "have discussions to better understand each other." Policing freedom of speech is problematic. And if you want to discuss respectability politics, how can we engage in discourse if all members are unable to participate? Again, nice try though.
Hey Daniel, I'm sorry I came across that way! I apologize for misconstruing your comments, I had not realized they were a genuine testament to Elijah's attempt at tackling a big topic. Perhaps I was too quick to assume you were being insincere. My comment was also not meant to take away from your critique, and if it does I apologize for that as well. I was not trying to censor your opinions, and I made sure to leave the comment up for all to see. I was not attempting to police free speech in any way and I hope I didn't discourage you from engaging in future discourse. I thought you made some great criticisms and I appreciate your input on the topic. I hope my comments don't discourage you from participating in the future, as your views are welcome and encouraged. Sorry again for any confusion.
Hi all,
I would like to apologize in advance for not responding to negative comments. Due to the nature of this article it goes against my personal constitution to even entertain rebuttals or criticism. Stay happy, spread love.
Kind regards,
Elijah <3
I’m curious as to how you see black people as the most prized position on campus? What examples do you have? Largely, your article claims postulates with no framing, no data, no citations, etc. Seems like delusionality exists in your bias rather than actual real world experiences of BIPOC students here. Nice try though.
Hey Daniel. I think you offer some great critiques here, but I feel that concluding in "Nice try though," is a sly remark that takes away from an otherwise very respectable criticism. I understand that you're passionate about the topic, I've made similar remarks, but please try to be respectful towards the author. I really want this to be a place where we can have discussions to better understand each other and I think respect is a key part of that, and without it things quickly turn into useless arguments with nobody listening to the other side.
Hey Ethan, thanks for your thoughts on my comment. They are interesting. My remark was not sly. But rather a testament to the effort of trying to tackle a huge topic without any foundational research cited here from Connecticut College black student voices. If you are offended or emotionally charged by my comments, then you are ignoring my general questions. Also do not censor my opinions and questions, as a black student I am entitled to share what I want on a platform to "have discussions to better understand each other." Policing freedom of speech is problematic. And if you want to discuss respectability politics, how can we engage in discourse if all members are unable to participate? Again, nice try though.
Hey Daniel, I'm sorry I came across that way! I apologize for misconstruing your comments, I had not realized they were a genuine testament to Elijah's attempt at tackling a big topic. Perhaps I was too quick to assume you were being insincere. My comment was also not meant to take away from your critique, and if it does I apologize for that as well. I was not trying to censor your opinions, and I made sure to leave the comment up for all to see. I was not attempting to police free speech in any way and I hope I didn't discourage you from engaging in future discourse. I thought you made some great criticisms and I appreciate your input on the topic. I hope my comments don't discourage you from participating in the future, as your views are welcome and encouraged. Sorry again for any confusion.