For the good of the media

I thought about discussing the film we watched today in class, but I realized many people would do that. So I decided to talk about something on my mind.

I want to look at the positives of comical media. People need to realize that not all media that makes fun of racial diversity is bad. It makes people look at the issues head on, even if it makes them uncomfortable. I believe this is something that really helps develop racial diversity.

First, everybody's favorite...Chappelle's Show. Who doesn't love this show. What I love is how Dave looks at all races and generally busts chops.

Check out this site and just surf some of the videos.

http://www.comedycentral.com/shows/chappelles_show/index.jhtml.

Some of my favorites are the Racial Draft episode and the White Black Supremisist. But does that make me a bad person for liking these episodes and laughing at this stuff?

These are sensitive subjects, but Dave Chappelle puts them out there anyways for us to decide how we feel about them.

I put the question to everyone. If it bothers you, why?

Should he be more sensitive to people's feelings?

Should Comedy Central be allowed to air these episodes?

Does this show really help or just continue the cycle of racial stereotypes in the media?

In my mind, this is the most revolutionary show on television, along with South Park. They take the stereotypical norms, and but them to light. They throw them in our faces and force us to look at them.

Now, I respect those who don't like these shows. That is your opinion, and I realize many people don't enjoy these shows. But people should keep an open mind when viewing these. Don't look at the negatives, try to focus on the point these shows are making.

Most media only perpetuates the stereotypes of race, but I believe these shows step outside the box and are actually good for racial diversity.

Call me crazy, but that's just how I feel.