The funny thing about all of this is that in an effort to erase history that was embroiled with bigotry and racism we in turn see people resorting to bigotry, racism and reverse racism as a coping or defense mechanism to justify erasing it or preserving it.

History repeating itself as usual. The one thing that I have seen lately though floating around on social media from this weekend is this meme comparing the Jim Crow era and its laws to today's current affairs in 2017. And it was one of those pause in your tracks and say it out loud "Are you out of your [BLEEP] mind!?!" moments for myself personally.

I am not saying racism and unfair treatment doesn't exist today when it comes to the minority in the USA today. But, to compare what the racist bigots did brazenly during those times in contrast to today's gentle little snowflakes. It's beyond asinine. Our country isn't perfect. But it's come a very, very, very long way from it's darker roots and days of segregation and pre segregation.

I can't stress this enough. I've said before that I am not a leaning leftist or rightist. I try to see both sides of the arguments here. The one thing you cannot argue with is our 1st amendment. I don't care what your beliefs are. I don't care what your skin color is. I don't care what your gender is. I don't care what your sexual orientation is.

But, that amendment is in place to allow everybody as Americans to have the proper freedom of speech we are entitled to. To allow everyone to have a say at varying levels over varying subjects or issues. No matter how mundane or complex that may be.

You have both sides wanting everyone on the opposing sides to shut their pie holes. At this rate. Where do we draw the line in the sand if we can't do this peacefully? Because if we keep it up. You might get what you asked for. Where your speech is severely limited. Or your speech is possible but not without severe punishment or consequences.

People on both sides really need to think about that. I hope I never see that happen. But if we keep at it you're only giving Big Brother the excuses and fuel it needs to intervene since nobody can apparently play house nicely and peacefully anymore.

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