Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Blaming the Black Man

Jill Quigg, who starred in the 2007 film
"Gone Baby Gone," was arrested Friday
after police were called about a break-in.
 (AP)


Sometimes it is easy to write a blog… most of this posting is from an AP news story; A news story regarding a popular trend of the guilty blaming their bad acts on “a black man”… For any one believing that some “cry racism” too much please read on…

Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2010, 4:35 am
By: Associated Press
QUINCY, Mass. (AP) — An actress acclaimed for her tough-talking performance in the 2007 film "Gone Baby Gone" is facing charges after she and another man allegedly broke into a neighbor's apartment south of Boston and then tried to blame it on a black man, police said Tuesday.

Jill Quigg, 35, of Quincy, who played the role of Dottie in the movie directed by Ben Affleck, was arrested Friday after police were called about a break-in at a Quincy apartment, according to police.

Quincy Lt. Jack Sullivan said Quigg and Georgios Keskinidis, 28, of Lynn, were stopped near the apartment and told police that a black man had broken into it and was running off with a 32-inch flat screen television and a new computer printer.

"That's when the suspects said they all of a sudden became crime fighters," Sullivan said.

Sullivan said the pair told police they chased the man as he dropped the items and got into a getaway vehicle. The pair also told police they kept the items in Quigg's apartment.


However, Sullivan said witnesses at the scene identified Quigg and Keskinidis as the ones leaving the apartment.

Quigg and Keskinidis, pleaded not guilty Monday in Quincy District Court to breaking and entering during the day, larceny of more than $250 and wanton destruction of property worth more than $250.

Both were released on personal recognizance

How is that for a mental picture…  a black man running with a 42” television under one arm and a computer printer under the other, in hot pursuit by these two idiots! "C'mon people!"

There are at least 2 disturbing questions left behind in this fiasco; 1. How damaging is this trend to the profiling and stereotyping of the African American race? 2. If a black man had indeed been charged for this crime, would he have been; ‘released on his own recognizances?’

Rod

Thursday, October 14, 2010

One of the Things I Love About Houston

I have lived in Houston for the past 6 years... One of the things that I loved from the moment that I moved here is the diversity of the city. Houston is the epitome of what it means when we say "melting pot" to refer to our great country!

On October 1, 2010 I had the honor of attending the "Indo-American Charity Foundation" 22nd Annual Gala. The IACF vision is to; "Foster a local community whose basic needs are met and where everyone could lead enriched lives through better health, education and growth opportunities.

The Houston Mayor Annise Parker was in attendance along with Congresswoman Sheila Jackson-Lee... (Seated at the table next to mine) A lot of money was raised and a great time had by all...

This past Tuesday I had the pleasure of attending the National Society of Hispanic Professionals "meet and greet/mixer..." it was a tremendous affair that allowed all in attendance to network, with new friends... and build on existing relationships.

The same diversity can be seen in my affiliations across District 56 Toastmasters ... People from all nationalities coming together to encourage and help each other develop their communication and leadership skills. I have met many new friends and continue to do so daily.

Yes, Houston indeed is the epitome of our so called "melting pot"... and I am glad to be a member of this fantastic community!


Rod

Monday, October 11, 2010

Intimidating?!!!

I was having a discussion with my daughter last week and during that discussion she said, "Dad you are intimidating."  I said "no way..."  She said yes, "you can be intimidating as hell!" I asked, "What do I do that is intimidating?"

She told me, "Dad, all you have to do is walk into a room... it is the way you carry yourself... the way you talk, the way you clear your throat... the way you look at people..."

Readers, I have a question for you... do any of you share her opinion?  If so (just for fun) please send me a brief comment on your experience with me...  Example finish the following sentences... "When I first met you I thought...  or I would never approach you because...

Rod