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  • oregonzoo
    oregonzoo Posts: 4,251 Member
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    I have no sympathy for her in any way shape or form.
    She made her own bed.

    White sheets and all.


    That's how I feel.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.
  • Laces_0ut
    Laces_0ut Posts: 3,750 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.

    its one thing to bounce back from a crime but how many people bounce back from racism? Michael Richards...havent heard from him again in any real way..
  • Thomasm198
    Thomasm198 Posts: 3,189 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.
    The difference is though that Ramsey generally swears like there is no tomorrow but I've yet to see one report of him using any terms that are regarded as racial slurs against anybody.
  • Stump_Likker
    Stump_Likker Posts: 2,059 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.

    its one thing to bounce back from a crime but how many people bounce back from racism? Michael Richards...havent heard from him again in any real way..

    You really didn't hear anything from Michael Richards after Seinfeld period. A couple of tv shows that bombed. That's why he was doing standup in the first place.
  • thewordwarrior
    thewordwarrior Posts: 73
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    Everyone's entitled to their own opinion on the subject, but I'm glad to see her go, for a host of reasons over and above her most recent controversy. Sure, she's an older woman raised in a different era where saying things like that wasn't seen as a problem. I'll grant her that. But the disturbing part of this story was her testimony that she liked the idea of African American servers in a restaurant essentially performing slavery. I mean, c'mon, this has moonlight and magnolia myth written all over it. It glosses over slavery as an inhumane and unjustifiable labor system. There were other revelations in her testimony as well, such as her brother openly watching pornography in the workplace. Finally, I agree with Anthony Bourdain's criticisms of both her cooking, which is highly fattening in a country already struggling with weight issues and, moreover, her unethical hiding of her own diabetes as she encouraged Americans to eat fattening foods (and making money off them selling her cookbooks).

    Ultimately, much of the hype is overblown, but I don't see Food Network's actions as unjust or wrong in any way. This isn't an issue of name-calling. This is an issue of disturbing actions that are not in accordance with how Food Network sees their brand.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.

    its one thing to bounce back from a crime but how many people bounce back from racism? Michael Richards...havent heard from him again in any real way..

    So ripping people off and serving a prison sentence is somehow more acceptable than admitting to using a racial slur? I was born and raised in Georgia. Paula Deen grew up in a generation that accepted and was comfortable with racism. While times have changed, it was difficult for many of that generation to realize and cope with the fact that behavior was no longer socially acceptable. I can remember my 85-yo grandmother use the word as late as the 90's. while that doesn't excuse the behavior, racism isn't something that can be just turned off either. It's a conditioned behavior.
  • UsedToBeHusky
    UsedToBeHusky Posts: 15,229 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.
    The difference is though that Ramsey generally swears like there is no tomorrow but I've yet to see one report of him using any terms that are regarded as racial slurs against anybody.

    And like the OP pointed out, why is it any different to call someone by a racial slur than to call someone the b-word?

    I'm going to go one step further and say that if Paula Deen had used any other racial slur, we wouldn't even have heard about it. The particular word that she used has become so synonymous with racism and hatred that people tend to overreact when it is used, but when other racial slurs are used, the event gets glossed over.
  • jeslaughter
    jeslaughter Posts: 131 Member
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    I am not a big fan of Paula Dean at any time but fire her because of this...really, this is ridiculous, everyone uses racial slurs some times and some use them daily... I grew up hearing the 'n' word as a young Canadian and did not even think it was an offensive word, it was just a word .so she got reported or caught, big fricking deal!!!
    I hear whitey and white 'B; and other things that are considered offensive white slurs but it does not really bother me ... I am white as white can be and who the heck cares, in Canada white people are now becoming a minority and we are being punished for being white by our own governments even so to have people lose their mind over this is nuts!!!
    Oh and the fact that she was going to hire people to act as slaves for a wedding, big deal, the movie industry does it all the time what the heck is the difference!!!
    Some people...if you are offended then you are part of the problem....I would not like to see the world go backwards but heck, this is stupid!
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.
    The difference is though that Ramsey generally swears like there is no tomorrow but I've yet to see one report of him using any terms that are regarded as racial slurs against anybody.

    And like the OP pointed out, why is it any different to call someone by a racial slur than to call someone the b-word?

    I'm going to go one step further and say that if Paula Deen had used any other racial slur, we wouldn't even have heard about it. The particular word that she used has become so synonymous with racism and hatred that people tend to overreact when it is used, but when other racial slurs are used, the event gets glossed over.

    BOOM!!!!!!
  • Serah87
    Serah87 Posts: 5,481 Member
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    Oh and the fact that she was going to hire people to act as slaves for a wedding, big deal, the movie industry does it all the time what the heck is the difference!!!
    Some people...if you are offended then you are part of the problem....I would not like to see the world go backwards but heck, this is stupid!

    BOOM AGAIN!!!!
  • Laces_0ut
    Laces_0ut Posts: 3,750 Member
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    I agree with you. How many times has Gordon Ramsey swore or called people names? The problem is this is in direct conflict with her brand. If it would have been Ramsey, there might have been a stink but it wouldn't have cost him his career.

    Honestly, though, this will be just like Martha Stewart's scandal. In a year, no one will remember and/or care and she will sign a contract with another network. She has a successful business and merchandising. She will be fine.

    its one thing to bounce back from a crime but how many people bounce back from racism? Michael Richards...havent heard from him again in any real way..

    So ripping people off and serving a prison sentence is somehow more acceptable than admitting to using a racial slur? I was born and raised in Georgia. Paula Deen grew up in a generation that accepted and was comfortable with racism. While times have changed, it was difficult for many of that generation to realize and cope with the fact that behavior was no longer socially acceptable. I can remember my 85-yo grandmother use the word as late as the 90's. while that doesn't excuse the behavior, racism isn't something that can be just turned off either. It's a conditioned behavior.

    in our society it is. i would much rather hang out with someone who did an inside trade than a racist. and lol@ you for equating the use of the b word with the n word. to even think they are on the same level proves that you have no idea what that word means to most people.
  • Laces_0ut
    Laces_0ut Posts: 3,750 Member
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    and to say if was another racist word we wouldnt have heard about it is laughable. for example if she had used a racial slur for jews we would have certainly heard about that.

    you sure seem to go out of your way to defend a racist.
  • BeachGingerOnTheRocks
    BeachGingerOnTheRocks Posts: 3,927 Member
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    It's one of a long list of words that I don't use and will punish my kids if they ever use.

    That said, Paula Deen is not my favorite anything. She gives modern southern women a bad name. Her food is not just bad for you, but really bad. Her double entendres and sexual advances toward men on the program (son included, WTF) and constant dirty, dirty girls stuff had about 30 minutes total worth of entertainment value at most. How she stretched 30 minutes worth of value into years of celebrity chef status is beyond me.

    She's not hurting for money. It's not like they ripped away her savings account, so it's hard to feel sorry for her. Nevertheless, she's outworn her welcome on television, racial slur or no racial slur.
  • bluefox9er
    bluefox9er Posts: 2,917 Member
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    I am really disgusted with the Food Network over their decision to fire Paula Deen. As a Black woman, I'm not offended by her use of the "N-word."

    I would, however, be offended if she used it in front of me. I would politely ask her not to, then we could carry on with our lives.

    Honestly, do people really think she's the first person to use racial slurs? She's a 66 year old White woman who grew up during segretation in the South!

    I really think she should have used better judgement before using language like that in her restaurants and especially around employees. However, to attack someone for what they say in their personal lives is a bit too far for me. Seems to me like people are set on trying to drag her through the mud.

    What makes one set of offensive language worse than another? The way I use the "B-word" would be offense to a lot of women. Some people don't want to hear any curse words. When you really break it down, offensive language simply doesn't belong in one's place of business. With that being said, I highly doubt Paula is the only CHEF to use offensive language.


    why are you defending a racist?

    I'm staggered that you think it's acceptable she uses language like that outside of your earshot. Then you compare the "N" word with the "B" word?? I feel so very sorry for you.

    Might seem harsh to you, but I have a ZERO tolerance to any type of hatred, including racism. I know 66 year old white women who would never ever use that word and they too were raised in " the south".

    Society should not accept nor defend those who feel hatred is acceptable just because they are middle aged.

    good riddance to her.
  • TheCaren
    TheCaren Posts: 894 Member
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    Her use of the N word in this day and age is deplorable. The fact that she even thinks that way, much less lets the word slip out of her lips is beyond reprehensible.

    It might seem silly to fire her for it, however, the Food Network relies on advertisements to operate, and if I was an advertiser, I would not put money into a station that had that hanging over their head. They really had no choice. To protect their advertising dollars. It's not just about her being a person who finds it acceptable to use racial slurs. It's about what that represents to viewers. If she continued on the show, it basically says "we here at the Food Network don't mind that we have someone who is a backwoods bigot carryover from the 1950's". That doesn't sit well with the general public or advertisers.

    Buh-bye Paula.
  • SerenaFisher
    SerenaFisher Posts: 2,170 Member
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    People often dislike honesty. As someone said with a stigma attached to her she is less marketable. Lying to appease the masses is much more desirable (aka marketable).
    That's often known as "Minnesota Nice" or "Southern Polite." Many people would rather hear/read something "pretty" yet patently untrue, rather than hear/see the truth presented in a cold, blatant manner.

    The MFP forums are RIDDLED with this sentiment.

    So long as you say things that are "nice," you're often applauded. Say something that is true, yet potentially "hurtful," a percentage of members on this site cannot find the "Report" button fast enough.

    Example: Someone just read what I typed, and they're debating whether or not to report my post, right now. True story.
    My point exactly. Also as another wise soul pointed out why is one racial slur acceptable and not another? No one was offended at people calling me cracker, or snowflake. In fact every poster wither ignored that statement or completely ignored my post. I wonder if the poster who is going to punish her children is going to punish them for saying these words? Or words like them that are not considered racist by most but are blatantly directed At race.

    Also I could care less what I was called. I am just tired of "picking and choosing" when people should be sensitive. In fact I am rather tired of peoples sensitivity all together. Not to say I lack manners, I am polite and personable but some things have just grown old. I work and deal with families daily And with elderly that have lack of morals where race is concerned.

    As far as Paula Dean I have no opinion. Her old cooking was way to big and messy for me, And I had no desire to watch her after her health binge. I hold no ill will or dislike towards her because I do not know her as a person And her shows offered little interest to me.

    Again typed on cell forgive typos.
  • bluefox9er
    bluefox9er Posts: 2,917 Member
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    People often dislike honesty. As someone said with a stigma attached to her she is less marketable. Lying to appease the masses is much more desirable (aka marketable).
    That's often known as "Minnesota Nice" or "Southern Polite." Many people would rather hear/read something "pretty" yet patently untrue, rather than hear/see the truth presented in a cold, blatant manner.

    The MFP forums are RIDDLED with this sentiment.

    So long as you say things that are "nice," you're often applauded. Say something that is true, yet potentially "hurtful," a percentage of members on this site cannot find the "Report" button fast enough.

    Example: Someone just read what I typed, and they're debating whether or not to report my post, right now. True story.

    what does that have to do with a public figure who thinks it's ok to racially attack people? should we kiss her *kitten*$ because of her cold 'honesty'??? you can, go right ahead...I'll continue to treat her and others who stand for the same with similar venom. society has no place for these Neanderthals.
  • Stump_Likker
    Stump_Likker Posts: 2,059 Member
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    Prejudice will alway exist. And to everyone who says "I've never slurred anyone?" Bull.
  • Laces_0ut
    Laces_0ut Posts: 3,750 Member
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    Prejudice will alway exist. And to everyone who says "I've never slurred anyone?" Bull.

    id like to think that 1000 years in the future when we are all beige skin, atheist cyborgs there will be no more prejudice.
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