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Nuclei Registered User
Joined: 09 Oct 2002 Location: Quebec city, Qc, CANADA Posts: 73
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 11:24 am Post subject: A diversity story... |
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As we know, we see discrimination in some form or another almost everyday and often times it leaves a sour taste in our mouths. The following story shows us the side of diversity that we are all working for. It is a pleasant twist to see that there are companies and individuals who face discrimination head on, if only one small step at a time. Enjoy reading the positive side of diversity. We must applaud British Airways for their action in this situation.
On a British Airways flight from Johannesburg, a middle-aged, well-off White South African Lady has found herself sitting next to a black man. She calls the cabin crew attendant over to see about her seating. What seems to be the problem Madam?" asks the attendant. Can't you see?" she says. "You've sat me next to a kaffir. I can't possibly sit next to this disgusting human. Find me another seat!"
"Please calm down Madam." the stewardess replies. "The flight is very full today, but I'll tell you what I'll do. I'll go and check to see if we have any seats available in club or first class." The woman cocks a snooty look at the outraged black man beside her (not to mention many of the surrounding passengers)
A few minutes later the stewardess returns with the good news, which she delivers to the lady, who cannot help but look at the people around her with a smug and self satisfied grin. "Madam, unfortunately, as I suspected, economy is full. I've spoken to The cabin services director, and club is also full. However, we do have one seat in first class."
Before the lady has a chance to answer, the stewardess continues........."It is most extraordinary to make this kind of upgrade, however, and I Have had to get special permission from the captain. But, given the circumstances, the captain felt that it is outrageous that someone be forced to sit next to such an obnoxious person." With that, she turns to the black man sitting next to the woman, and says. .."So if you'd like to get your things, Sir, I have your seat ready for you..." At which point, apparently the surrounding passengers stood and gave a standing ovation while the fellow walked up to the front of the plane.
People may forget what you said ....
People may forget what you did .....
But people will never forget how you made them feel. _________________
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Azrael Registered User
Joined: 21 Nov 2001 Location: Cuba, you got someting to say about dat mang!?!? Guild: TVB Posts: 1196
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 3:41 pm Post subject: |
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Me likey! _________________ Under construction!!! |
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IrishMan Registered User
Joined: 25 Jul 2003 Location: Dallas, Tx Posts: 420
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 4:14 pm Post subject: |
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very nice!! I would be one of those people clappying as well. |
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Twisted29 Registered User
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 9:48 pm Post subject: |
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ha! awesome |
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Gurrg Registered User
Joined: 16 Mar 2002 Location: Tyndall, SD Clan:[BR] Posts: 1628
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 10:07 pm Post subject: |
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Great! Love to hear that _________________
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Clay Pigeon Registered User
Joined: 29 May 2002 Location: Michigan Posts: 1049
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 10:12 pm Post subject: |
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Whats a kaffir? |
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sgt stutter Server Admin
Joined: 12 Apr 2002 Location: Southern CA Guild: <eVa> & V$ Posts: 2866
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Posted: Wed Jun 16, 2004 10:37 pm Post subject: |
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Kaf´fir Pronunciation: kăf´fẽr
n. 1. (Ethnol.) One of a race which, with the Hottentots and Bushmen, inhabit South Africa. They inhabit the country north of Cape Colony, the name being now specifically applied to the tribes living between Cape Colony and Natal, including the Ponda, Xosa, and Tembu; but the Zulus of Natal are true Kaffirs.
2. Any Black African; - a disparaging and offensive term used by white South Africans _________________
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Secret Agent Man Registered User
Joined: 21 Oct 2001 Location: In a van down by the river Posts: 739
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Posted: Thu Jun 17, 2004 1:11 am Post subject: |
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i would of been one of those people going... "ahh... whats going on... i just woke up... huh?" _________________ if you think thats a soldier behind you? think
agian, or my knife will be in your back.
aa, oshiete sensei-san |
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