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Posted By: Tinli Perry on November 02, 2005 I am a freshman in college at ASU. I am often times scrutinized because I am on a black college campus and do not use slang when in public. I live with the belief that there is a time and place for everything. You never know who is watching and observing you. Why do I feel as though I am somehow betraying my fellow African Americans, while I am only being myself. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Tinli Perry
From Griffin, GA Alabama State University class of 2009 Member Since June 2005 |
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You're not betraying your African Americans if you're being yourself. Speaking slang has been adapted into our culture, but it doesn't haven't to be a part of your everyday life. You're right, you never know who's watching u- they might get a false impression about you, judging from the language you may be using. Anyone who looks down at you for not speaking slang isn't your friend.
Wednesday, November 2nd 2005 at 9:41PM |
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I'm with Amecia. You are not betraying us and there is a time and place for everything. You are just fine. Keep up the good work and good impression. Mo Thursday, November 3rd 2005 at 11:07AM |
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Gurl that poem was really good, u r really talented. Keep it up and God will really bless u. I liked that poem a lot, it really spoke out to me!!!
Thursday, November 3rd 2005 at 10:25PM |
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I commend You and You be who You are Sis. Those who try to dominate others are fakefacades themselves and try to get others to conform but they are lost! What makes You unique is being who You are Sis! Sincerely William Monday, March 27th 2006 at 7:59PM |
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