Hi Michael Agree entirely with your comments. Suarez, imho, didn't use the word negrito in any sort of positive way, and I'd be really interested to hear him describe any context in which that kind of comment isn't meant to be an insult? I agree that what has been said by Dog Leash and others from LFC does them no favours either, and this ridiculous 'support' clubs come out with makes them look like utter twats. Same with John Terry, although I suspect a max fine of £2500 even if found guilty and biggest fine given won't be causing him much worry. I think Hansen's problems stem from his comments a few weeks ago when he was accused of being out of touch with the modern game over initially depression in sport, and then with aspects of the Evra/Suarez spat. Meery Xmas and Happy New Year to you all Cheers John
________________________________ From: Michael Walsh <[email protected]> To: 'Tim Leslie' <[email protected]>; [email protected]; LUList <[email protected]> Sent: Friday, 23 December 2011, 9:11 Subject: Re: [LU] Non LU - Suarez / Terry Tim wrote >>This is the third time Evra has played the race card, both previous times were proved to be unfounded. There are language barrier issues around it but I think the word scapegoat springs to mind.<< Surely not unfounded ? Perhaps not proven ? How has Evra played the "race card" ? To what end ? He feels insulted so he complains. The irony of the Suarez case is that his defence is centred on what is "normal" in Uruguay. In the UK context, surely, that is an admission of guilt ? The behaviour of Dalgleish and the players is embarrassing and seems to be making the issue worse. Possibly more serious in the long term, is the apology by Hansen and the BBC. It just highlights the problems of distinguishing the difference between a calculated insult and a fear of using the wrong word when making a point that requires a recognition of a skin colour. There will be the well aired reactions and views of the two extremes but the middle majority will consider it stupid and not worthy of consideration. There, imho, is the danger. All forms of deliberate racism will not be taken seriously because of the trivial cases reported. I wish all listers a Peaceful Christmas and a Healthy 2012. Regards, Michael (D'sD) _______________________________________________ Leedslist mailing list Info and options: http://mailman.greennet.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/leedslist To unsubscribe, email [email protected] PETE CASS (1962 - 2011) Rest In Peace Mate _______________________________________________ Leedslist mailing list Info and options: http://mailman.greennet.org.uk/mailman/listinfo/leedslist To unsubscribe, email [email protected] PETE CASS (1962 - 2011) Rest In Peace Mate
