Happy black pound day TIBB.

[Beso]

I hope you are spending wisely.

[arista]

Yes they debated it Early
on SkyNewsHD

Black Pound
London.

[Crimson Dynamo]

What the?

[Beso]

What the?

Its black pound day.:cheer2:

[Crimson Dynamo]

What is it?

[DigitalSid]

As a mixed race person myself I can't help but find this sort of crap incredibly patronising.

[arista]

what is it?


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[Beso]

What is it?

Seems to be a recently added day on the calendar where black people should go to shops and businesses solely ran by black people LT.

The LGBTQ are well gel I imagine, now the pink pounds been pushed aside.

[Glenn.]

Just being able to walk down the street without being persecuted for being black or gay would be a better way to live.

[Crimson Dynamo]

Just being able to walk down the street without being persecuted for being black or gay would be a better way to live.

For crying out loud

[rusticgal]

....what does this achieve?....it creates segregation.

[Beso]

Just being able to walk down the street without being persecuted for being black or gay would be a better way to live.

Thousands were by the met police today....:cheer2::cheer2:

[Cherie]

For crying out loud

Glenns moved to the Middle East and didn't have a goodbye party :laugh:

[rusticgal]

Glenns moved to the Middle East and didn't have a goodbye party :laugh:


:laugh:

[Liam-]

Mocking the social anxieties of minorities is a great look guys

[The Slim Reaper]

....what does this achieve?....it creates segregation.

I don't think that's what segregation means.

[rusticgal]

I don't think that's what segregation means.


So what if we have a White pound day...what if we have White music awards?....wouldn’t be right would it?. If we all want to be treated the same let’s be one...that’s what we should be doing and aiming for.

[The Slim Reaper]

So what if we have a White pound day...what if we have White music awards?....wouldn’t be right would it?. If we all want to be treated the same let’s be one...that’s what we should be doing and aiming for.

White people have been supporting white businesses forever, and white music has been popular for the same amount of time, despite the fact that most of what is known as white music, is actually black music stolen. On top of that, now that Beethoven was actually black, then the white music awards would be a pretty short evening for most of the artists.

[Crimson Dynamo]

:joker:Glenns moved to the Middle East and didn't have a goodbye party :


:joker:

[Glenn.]

Mocking the social anxieties of minorities is a great look guys

Always the same ones too...

[Marsh.]

So what if we have a White pound day...what if we have White music awards?....wouldn’t be right would it?. If we all want to be treated the same let’s be one...that’s what we should be doing and aiming for.

Well, considering "whites" are not minorities, no it wouldn't.

[rusticgal]

White people have been supporting white businesses forever, and white music has been popular for the same amount of time, despite the fact that most of what is known as white music, is actually black music stolen. On top of that, now that Beethoven was actually black, then the white music awards would be a pretty short evening for most of the artists.


Well in my world I see white people support white and black business and I see black people support white and black business.... So why create something like this when it’s really not necessary and just creating a white/black situation....pathetic.
White music is as popular as black music...let’s all enjoy THE music regardless if it’s black or white music. Instead we get people like you make comparisons in your post and trying to ridicule white music. If there was an awards night to celebrate White Music there would be an uproar.....

[Crimson Dynamo]

Well in my world I see white people support white and black business and I see black people support white and black business.... So why create something like this when it’s really not necessary and just creating a white/black situation....pathetic.
White music is as popular as black music...let’s all enjoy THE music regardless if it’s black or white music. Instead we get people like you make comparisons in your post and trying to ridicule white music. If there was an awards night to celebrate White Music there would be an uproar.....

:clap1:

[rusticgal]

Well, considering "whites" are not minorities, no it wouldn't.


Sorry...but what difference does that make?

[Liam-]

The difference is that award shows like the MOBOs were created to honour and celebrate creations by people who were often overlooked and weren’t respected because of their race, white people and their creations have never had to face that.

These projections of ‘you wouldn’t like it if it was whites only!’ are very correct, but that’s because white only things would be born out of ignorance and racism, rather than being born from a desire to be properly recognised for a change.

[rusticgal]

The difference is that award shows like the MOBOs were created to honour and celebrate creations by people who were often overlooked and weren’t respected because of their race, white people and their creations have never had to face that.

These projections of ‘you wouldn’t like it if it was whites only!’ are very correct, but that’s because white only things would be born out of ignorance and racism, rather than being born from a desire to be properly recognised for a change.

I see your point to some extent...but I don’t believe that black music was not celebrated because white people didn’t respect black music because of lack of respect of their race. This country imo has embraced black music and is now prominent in the music industry.
However relating to this thread...there really is no need for Black pound day. It’s unnecessary and imo just antagonise integration.

[Brother Leon]

It’s just ONE day of recognition and appreciation for a strongly under represented community of business. Some really don’t want to see Black people prosper huh?

[caprimint]

It’s just ONE day of recognition and appreciation for a strongly under represented community of business. Some really don’t want to see Black people prosper huh?
That's not it though, it's just completely pointless

[Ammi]

...I really feel Leon’s frustration/deflation...:sad:...it’s meant to be something positive and uplifting and a boost for black owned businesses in a way that enhances inclusivity, not creates diversity...for people to share positive experiences of their ‘black pound investment’...there is very much a point of that at a time when the black community has felt such a low ...this is one thing that is being hoped to help counter that...the ‘black pound’ has surely always supported the ‘white pound’ and always will ...this is just occasional days for us to channel some of that support to boost black businesses as well...

[arista]

It’s just ONE day of recognition and appreciation for a strongly under represented community of business. Some really don’t want to see Black people prosper huh?



No I would buy from Black Owned Business
Quality Goods
are Worthy

[Ammi]

No I would buy from Black Owned Business
Quality Goods
are Worthy

..Arista..:lovedup:..

[Cherie]

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did they have a similar tweet for black male owned businesses as this womans app identifies black females owners only :umm2:

I cant help but think this is a bit of a knee jerk reaction that has been poorly thought through?

Ireland created a buy Irish campaign back in the 80s under the GI (Guaranteed Irish logo), its been a great success and is inclusive, if I want to buy something I have never gone out of my way to know the ownership or who is on the board of directors, I buy it if I need it not because the owner is a certain race

GUARANTEED IRISH As one of Ireland’s most enduring and recognisable symbols, Guaranteed Irish helps consumers identify products and services which are #AllTogetherBetter choices for Irish communities. We’re supported by 1,200+ homegrown and international #SuperBrands and businesses across Ireland.

[Cherie]

Ridiculous comment...

Most of us know that is not what you meant Rusti

[Brother Leon]

Ridiculous comment...

It’s not at all.

“All Lives Matter”

“Defund the Police LOL”

“Rioters are destroying the whole cause”

“What’s the point of celebrating black business. It just creates tensions and a split nation”



It’s just endless bull**** excuse upon a excuse to try and put down anything related to Equality and fair representation to Black people.

If you really think one day where we can uplift and celebrate Black Business is creating a split amongst people and so unfair, when we live in a country that’s voted for Brexit and a Government that has promoted exactly that then I don’t even know where to begin.

It’s a positive day where we can promote and push ourselves up so we can shine and yet some want to still try and twist it into a negative. . Maybe just admit to yourselves that you are much happier with the status quo and be done with it.


And that doesn’t go just to you. It goes to anyone that keeps coming up with these sort of comments all the time.

[DigitalSid]

....what does this achieve?....it creates segregation.

It allows Karens and their boyfriends appease their white saviour complex. No one believes in white supremacy more than woke middle class liberals.

[Strictly Jake]

Has anyone seen katie hopkins insta post about this

And all the comments on her insta posts(all her posts are pretty terrible)

She is a clear racist and so are most of her followers. I was actually quite ignorant to the fact that the UK isnt as racist as America but there is a lot of racism clearly

I actually liked katie hopkins when she was a housemate but I cant believe how disgusting she is. All attention seeking im sure

[rusticgal]

It allows Karens and their boyfriends appease their white saviour complex. No one believes in white supremacy more than woke middle class liberals.


What?...:laugh:

[Oliver_W]

Jesus, who comes up with these things :joker:

It sounds like something Mrs Bucket would drag her long-suffering neighbour along to, and wander round loudly admiring her "Minority Made Produce" so everyone knows how accepting and worldly she is.

[Oliver_W]

Just being able to walk down the street without being persecuted for being black or gay would be a better way to live.

Mocking the social anxieties of minorities is a great look guys

It's never once occurred to me to worry about being "persecuted" for being gay :shrug: Because, as Cherie said, I don't live in the middle east.

[Liam-]

It's never once occurred to me to worry about being "persecuted" for being gay :shrug: Because, as Cherie said, I don't live in the middle east.

Well good for you

[DigitalSid]

It's never once occurred to me to worry about being "persecuted" for being gay :shrug: Because, as Cherie said, I don't live in the middle east.

Mixed race rather than gay and the worst I've ever experienced is the occasional funny look from the odd meat-head.

[Beso]

Nobody said thank you.


Cheers!!

[Crimson Dynamo]

It’s not at all.

“All Lives Matter”

“Defund the Police LOL”

“Rioters are destroying the whole cause”

“What’s the point of celebrating black business. It just creates tensions and a split nation”



It’s just endless bull**** excuse upon a excuse to try and put down anything related to Equality and fair representation to Black people.

If you really think one day where we can uplift and celebrate Black Business is creating a split amongst people and so unfair, when we live in a country that’s voted for Brexit and a Government that has promoted exactly that then I don’t even know where to begin.

It’s a positive day where we can promote and push ourselves up so we can shine and yet some want to still try and twist it into a negative. . Maybe just admit to yourselves that you are much happier with the status quo and be done with it.


And that doesn’t go just to you. It goes to anyone that keeps coming up with these sort of comments all the time.
Didn't you say that Corbyn was stitched up by the media only to see last week a Labour enquiry find it was poor policy and mismanagent?

Maybe you are also wrong here?

[Brother Leon]

Didn't you say that Corbyn was stitched up by the media only to see last week a Labour enquiry find it was poor policy and mismanagent?

Maybe you are also wrong here?

Not sure what that has to do with anything I just said....


But even then, anyone can see the clear media agenda that was against Corbyn throughout his leadership. That doesn’t necessarily have to be the only reason for his defeat though you know..

[Marsh.]

Sorry...but what difference does that make?

The fact you need to ask this question speaks volumes. Don't mock something you clearly don't understand.

[Mystic Mock]

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That makes more sense than where my mind went to.:laugh:

[Mystic Mock]

It’s not at all.

“All Lives Matter”

“Defund the Police LOL”

“Rioters are destroying the whole cause”

“What’s the point of celebrating black business. It just creates tensions and a split nation”



It’s just endless bull**** excuse upon a excuse to try and put down anything related to Equality and fair representation to Black people.

If you really think one day where we can uplift and celebrate Black Business is creating a split amongst people and so unfair, when we live in a country that’s voted for Brexit and a Government that has promoted exactly that then I don’t even know where to begin.

It’s a positive day where we can promote and push ourselves up so we can shine and yet some want to still try and twist it into a negative. . Maybe just admit to yourselves that you are much happier with the status quo and be done with it.


And that doesn’t go just to you. It goes to anyone that keeps coming up with these sort of comments all the time.

I get what you're saying Brother Leon, but the only thing I do agree with the other side of the debate on is that rioters will harm the Black Lives Matter movement as the victims and their families will probably tarnish the group to all be the same.

Personally on this particular issue I don't get why people are so bothered about black businesses being promoted for one day as a special occasion?

[Oliver_W]

Mixed race rather than gay and the worst I've ever experienced is the occasional funny look from the odd meat-head.

Yeah, the world some people seem to live in where minorities need to keep one eye open all the time doesn't really match reality.

[user104658]

Yeah, the world some people seem to live in where minorities need to keep one eye open all the time doesn't really match reality.

Honestly I think you're wrong or maybe just haven't experienced it Oliver. One of my best friends has been with his partner for 10+ years, married for 3 years, and of course the fact that they can get married is brilliant and makes us lightyears ahead of other parts of the world.

There are still "parts of Glasgow where they can freely hold hands, and parts of Glasgow where they can't". The city they've lived in since they met. I still find this one of the saddest things I can imagine. I've (obviously) never had to think twice about absent-mindedly taking my wife's hand in public and can't even imagine it.

One of the only physical fights I've been in in my life (which is less than 10 even in the school yard, and only two as an adult) was with people who were harassing him because he's gay.

It's very clearly still a real thing in this country. We can acknowledge that things are MUCH better than in some countries whilst still admitting that there are massive problems. In fact you can't even ignore the global situation when there are married couples in the UK who have to carefully research where they travel abroad based on whether or not they could be imprisoned or worse for sharing a hotel room.

[Liam-]

Yeah, the world some people seem to live in where minorities need to keep one eye open all the time doesn't really match reality.

No, it doesn’t match your reality, if you’ve never experienced that anxiety, then like I said, good for you, well done, want a medal? It happens to people, people feel the anxiety, maybe you’re privileged to live somewhere nice and quiet where nobody bothers anyone, but out in the real world, it’s different, just because you’re lucky enough to have never felt it, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist.

[Brother Leon]

London is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, if not THE most. I love it and wouldn’t want to live anywhere else, yet my father has still suffered Racism and Islamaphobia. My friend has dealt with Homophobia and I’ve constantly be interrogated when I went to a fairly posh part of london to see my Fiancé when she lived with her parents as I “don’t look like I live here”.

In fact. Pretty much the only times I’ve ever got into physical confrontations is due to prejudice behaviour towards me or people I care about. If you’ve never had to feel that way then great for you, but don’t tell minorities that they have no no reason to feel anxious or isolated.