Today’s episode of Stuff I Learned Yesterday is one that I’ve had in mind to do since the beginning, but I’ve been putting it off.  I wanted to make sure that when I did it, I had time to really think it out and choose my words carefully.  The things I’m talking about in today’s episode are the types of things that seem to easily get people get upset.  I don’t know if I’ve chosen the best words.  I don’t know if it’s even possible to choose the best words, but I think it’s time to go for it.

The thing that pushed me over the edge to go ahead and do this episode is the recent controversy surrounding Los Angeles Clippers owner, Donald Sterling.  He’s an educated man, successful in business, and well traveled around the world.  A phone conversation was taped that he had with an associate of his, some say girlfriend, other say she’s an aide.  That’s not important really.  What’s important is that she posted a photo of herself with Magic Johnson to her Instagram page and this deeply bothered Mr. Sterling.  He was troubled that she would publicly post pictures of herself associating with black people.  Keep in mind that the woman he’s speaking to is half black and half hispanic.

I listened to the entire 9 minute clip that has been made public and it’s, well, it’s many things.  It’s infuriating, confusing, sad, disturbing.  He’s also upset that people are calling him about the the picture.  Who cares?  Who is calling him to express concern that this woman posted a picture with Magic Johnson?  What business is it of theirs?  If Magic Johnson was some sort of street thug or criminal or a figure of controversy, then I could see someone having an issue, regardless of the color of his skin.  But Magic Johnson is an NBA legend and hall of famer.  He’s a respected businessman and social activist.  There’s no shame in posting a picture with him. Read More...

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