MedinaM's Comments (34)

“There are many stereotypes played out every place we look, but again it's the history that comes along with blackface. When I see a Muslim being portrayed as a terrorist in a movie, that is a stereotype that I as a Muslim face. I don't think there's anything wrong with having a character like that. But blackface is a different story. You cannot take away the history from its meaning.”

“The difference is the history that comes along with blackface. If there was no historical hateful meaning attached to it, then it wouldn't be a problem.”

“I still have hope as well. But we'll just have to wait and see.”

“I'm really hoping this "big gay speech" will have substance to it. It's easy to say that gays/lesbians should be treated equally, but more effective to actually say what you will do about it.”

“Joe is the reason why I watch Morning Joe. Although I'm nothing close to a conservative, he actually uses logic. I respect Joe, because he doesn't speak through bitterness like the other conservative Republicans.”

“It isn't culture or religion. I'm an Ethiopian-American, so believe me, I would know. Yes, some families do it, but it isn't that common. In fact, the last time I can think of my extended family ever doing something like this had to be about 40 years ago. That quite some time for it to be put out there now.

I don't like when people write articles on what SOME PEOPLE are doing and categorize it as if its part of the entire culture. There are many things done by SOME PEOPLE in every single country that isn't part of everybody's culture. We shouldn't assume that it is due to what certain people say or do. For example, look at our country. They say that baseball and apple pie are a part of the American culture...well, I was born and raised here and I must say that I've never eaten apple pie and never liked baseball or been to a game. So is it a part of the American culture? Maybe for some, but not for all and definitely not for me.”

“Then why did Adam make it so far? I'm so sick and tired of this argument being a reason why Adam lost! Why can't it simply be that people liked Kris much more so they kept on calling and texting? Of course naturally there will be a few that won't vote for Adam due to the fact that he might be gay. But aren't there other reasons why others may vote against Kris as well? You mentioned the "little girls," well Kris revealed early on that he's married...for most young girls when they really like a singer, their looks are a big part of it. Revealing you're married can only hurt you with the young girls. So what about that? What would you say if Adam won and us that wanted Kris said, "Oh, it's only because Kris is married!" It's lame...it's ridiculous...get over it.

**By the way, I'm not trying to be rude...I just think that argument should have gone away as soon as those pictures came out and people realized that it obviously wasn't affecting the voting, because he made it to the final 2.”

“Biden was speaking for himself and his family. Why is that so wrong? I know my mom and dad tell me the exact same things and I'm a grown woman. It's the protective nature of a parent, grandparent, etc. You don't want to see your loved one get sick, so his advice for HIS OWN FAMILY was expected and NORMAL! It's what people would tell their loved ones. If somebody thinks there's something wrong with him looking out for his family and their well-being really have issues of their own. Joe is doing a great job behind the scenes and as much as people may try to break him down and analyze every single word, he's still doing a fabulous job!”

“LOL...I'm with you! Nevada may not being doing so well currently with the economy, but we sure are doing much better than California (I still love California and Gavin though).”

“As a black person, I'm offended! "My President is Black"...are you kidding me? I saw the video that O'Reilly showed on his show and heard the disgusting and horrible comments made by Jay-Z and Jeezy. They are not people that I think represent the positive of the black community. They are people that contribute to the negative stereotypes. They need to fall back. And the funny thing is that people like Michelle and Barack wouldn't be accepted within most black communities. In the beginning there were many blacks that said Barack wasn't "black enough" which was horrible! I think Barack carries a positive message and he doesn't need ignorant songs such as that representing him. Yeah he's black, but who cares? Him being black won't stop you from losing your job...him being black won't stop your house from being foreclosed...seriously, who cares that he's black? There is the historical side of it, but the inauguration is over, so people get over the race factor. Let's focus on how he'll be as our president. And all of these ignorant songs and artists that only focus on RACE need to move on. Obama didn't focus on race, so it irritates me that they think that they should focus on race. It's not about race, so please don't defend that disgusting song. It's insulting as a black woman that voted not because of race; rather due to the issues and Obama's stance on issues.”

“You are completely right. I don't get why that hasn't clicked with some people yet.”

“Bill Burton is my favorite!!!! He can handle ANYBODY!”

“Isn't anywhere near as bad? Apparently, you've never dealt with discrimination or funny looks because of your faith. I'm a Muslim American woman...born and raised right here in the United States...now although people never know I'm Muslim right off the bat, when I tell them it's another thing.

And you're foolish enough to believe people at the rallies haven't said "Death to Iran," yet they would say "Kill him!" to Obama or possibly Ayers? Come on! They've called Obama every word in the book, so don't be dumb enough to think they wouldn't attack people in other countries. The McCain supporters that have been shown to us are the most vile, hateful, and racist bigots I have ever seen. Please don't defend these people.”

“You're exactly right. There is absolutely no difference between the two, but many Americans fail to realize that. What I find crazy is that America is supposed to be all about freedom and equal rights, yet there are those that want to hold people back because of their faith. It's really sad. As a Muslim American woman, most people never even know I'm Muslim until I tell them. And once they find out, I get mixed reactions. Fortunately however, most people don't care and it's not a big deal. But I have gotten funny looks from others. But that's life I guess. You just can't change some people's minds. This kind of garbage is hurtful, but we can't be upset at everything we see. We have to take it and grow from it.”

“Obama has defended Muslims! On his last Larry King Live interview he said that it's an insult to many patriotic, hard-working Muslim Americans to call him a Muslim as if it's a bad thing. Please do some research rather than simply assuming. It's sad that you're feeding into this garbage that it seems as though Republican Muslims are spreading. They're all about voting for McCain even though his supporters have been the most anti-Muslim people I have ever seen and he has never denounced their comments. Obama is the FIRST presidential candidate to say that this is not just a Christian nation, but it is also a MUSLIM nation, a JEWISH nation, a HINDU nation, a BUDDHIST nation, etc. What other candidate would have dared to say that? He does have respect for all religions, so please don't listen to those that want to say otherwise that have no clue what they're talking about.

By the way, I'm also a Muslim American woman. And I've supported Obama from the start and I've never doubted his respect for Muslims.

One more thing...since we are both Muslim women, you should probably know that the National Association of Muslim American Women endorsed Obama recently. Now this group is a very conservative pro-life, pro-family kind of organization. That endorsement surprised me for that reason, but you should read a little bit about why they endorsed him. Here's the link:

http://muslimmedianetwork.com/mmn/?p=3046”

“All I know is that UNLV will help deliver a victory for Obama! Clark County is behind Obama...all we need now is you folks up in northern Nevada!!!”

“This endorsement can get us a few Republican/Conservative votes...and every vote matters!”

“They could lose Nebraska only if Chuck Hagel would come out and endorse Obama! He knows he wants to. I heard his wife came out and endorsed Obama...COME ON HAGEL!!”

“I think that's just how some military bases are. I had a friend that was stationed at Camp Pendleton and he said they weren't even allowed to talk about George Bush and politics for the most part.”

“You think she held her own??? She didn't answer any of the questions! She only had her talking points. Almost every single question went back to Alaska and energy...it was ridiculous!! Biden wiped the floor clean with her. Biden is definitely going to be the next VPOTUS and Obama will be the next POTUS!”

“I noticed the lack of reaction from her as well. Imagine if that was her story and he showed no sympathy towards her...oh, I can just imagine all of the horrible names they would call him! I love how Biden did show that there are fathers out there that are just as important as mothers. One of the things that I love so much about Biden and his family is that you always see the love and closeness. Even earlier today when he got off the plane with Jill, he held her hand the whole way down. They talk a lot about do the candidates relate to the average American, well their family values are just apparent to me. McCain on the other hand I have never seen him show love to his children or wife. Biden is an inspirational man and I knew he'd be the best VP pick!”

“Isn't that possibility just awesome? We can actually have INTELLIGENT people running our country! You know they keep saying that Palin is just like the "average" American...well, that's what George Bush was too and we don't need that! I don't give a damn if somebody is or isn't like me...I want somebody that knows how the hell to run this country. And the only ones that can do it are Obama and Biden!!”

“I'm an American Muslim and I find this to be so appalling. However, am I surprised? Definitely not. I always knew something like this would happen. I've heard of places down south that destroyed Mosques. So this is sad, but not surprising.”

“I know there's no way all of the states would turn blue, but I want all of the red states to at least be really close. That is just as close to a landslide in my opinion. I mean, just look at Virginia! Obama is actually leading now...who the hell would have guessed that? Even North Carolina has become a toss-up.”

“I say let's not focus on Bill Clinton...that can only bring us down...kind of. I think many Dems are seeing through him now. I have lots of respect for him, but I don't know what he is doing. He needs to cut the nice guy act and do the Democratic thing. He calls himself a loyal Democrat and goes and talks on and on about how great the folks on the Republican ticket are? Come on man! Where's the Bill Clinton that we all used to know and love?”