Black in America by CNN
As I sit here watching back to back episodes of Seinfeld I’m wondering what people are thinking about the special CNN just aired a little over an hour ago. The one called Black in America: Black Men. I tried to text a bunch of people to watch in hopes that we could engage in a discussion afterwards. Those who really know me know I love debates and discussions. And yes I’m very aware it was only about Americans and I understand that Canadians have different experiences, which aren’t less valid, but the similarities is what I wanted people to see, if any were even made.
I didn’t even really like the idea of CNN thinking they could capture “real live black Americans” frolicking in the many US neighbourhoods. I mean who would of thought we would get to see any up close. The idea seemed a little erie and slightly patronizing.
So I watched it and while there were good points I didn’t feel like CNN had dug deep enough. I wanted real conversation, no fluff. Tell me what’s really good. Have a conversation not completely directed by the anchor. I was hoping that these ‘real’ black people would talk to each other and we would get to see this dialogue take place when it might not without cameras and lights in their faces. I was let down. I was hopeful because CNN plays such enticing music while the title of the show is flashing across the screen. Maybe I’m expecting too much from a news channel that claims to be the most trusted in the business. I was probably caught up in the clear attempt of CNN to appear as if they really care about black people (or any other minority) while combating the picketing Nas and other concerned citizens are having.
I gave them the benefit of the doubt. Poor move on my part.
That’s my take. Lemme know what you think.
Peace.
I saw all of those too and I was wondering,…WOW its not black history month whats the catch. I watched, and yes some of it was interesting, but if they wanted to capture a REAL black in America, things could have been done a little differently. They could have focused on more realities, and things that happen everyday, but maybe one day we could have a prosperous young female anchor ask all the right questions, and get real and raw answers *cough, *cough* LOL
I actually really hate CNN…they’re very biased…as is most if not all forms of media…but CNN in particular is just very blatant and unforgiving of the stereotypical, borderline racist things that they let slip onto the air. Its disgusting.
Even when they may have the right intentions for instance with capturing blacks in America…it could be done is such a better way.