When did the black youth and adults forget we have something to prove?
Not just to their counterparts, some of which may still not see them as equal, but to themselves.
In the face of death and ridicule the Tuskegee Airman not only excelled but made history in the process.
The racism was not over the top in the movie; in fact, it was watered down. Major Joy (Christopher McDonald) decided that because these black men did exceptionally well on their entrance exam, something had to be wrong. There had to be a fluke. So he requested they be tested again. Second round scores, all 94 and above if I'm not mistaken, with many scores of 100. These men did not complain, and say oh, we already took the test... they simply blew it out of the water- a second time.
Now some members of the black race no longer care to challenge themselves.
They are sadly content.
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when my grandfather went to school, in order to get into high school they had to take an entrance exam. he scored so high on his they accused him of cheating. told him he would have to take it over. he refused--pride--and never did go to college. his dream. he's gone now but i remember and so by going to college, i am the realization of his unfilled dream.
ReplyDeletethank you for sharing sis... Many of our people forget how it used to be and think that our advances in society to date are enough. You are his dream, and proof that not everyone of us are content... thanks again ; )
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