When Tragedy Takes The Stage

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7499442

In the news of late, there has been a story developing from the shooting of a NFL player, Sean Taylor. The above link is from an article written by a writer out of Kansas City, named Jason Whitlock. This article has been a proverbial lightning rod since it hit the net. I have heard a couple of interviews with Whitlock on the radio. One of the interviews was conducted by a local morning show here in Houston. The morning show hosts were a bit upset and I guess they decided to take a run at Whitlock, who for the most part was not the least bit intimidate or stumped. In fact, the hosts for this morning show were the ones who were stumped. Whitlock introduced some food for thought and the hosts had to resort to making jokes as opposed to really debating the issue that they accused Whitlock of doing which was blaming hip hop for the murder of Sean Taylor. I recently discussed with a friend the idea or concept that we in the Black community "wink" at our selves in our questionable behavior. I cannot refute what Whitlock is saying, however I wonder what purpose does he serve ultimately. Will he get a nod from whites who generally believe the same thing or will he get a nod from upstanding citizens in our community who feel the same way. I cannot be mad at Whitlock for his takes on our plight in the community. I dont know if attacking rappers will save lives in the long run. Its a pickle indeed but it is what it is. Self assessment is necessary for all people but for one reason or another we don't like to call a spade a spade. Its unfortunate, prayfully some dialogue will begin to take place among our people because we need each other regardless of music tastes.