With this outlook I realize I've been the bully. For example, icing out that one annoying girl and being rude to people that have done nothing to deserve it is on the spectrum. I also have the perspective now to realize that bullies come on a spectrum. In turn I think being mistreated has given me more compassion for my fellow human. Looking back as an adult I realize the silver lining to being treated like you're disposable, is never forgetting how it makes you feel. She was infinitely important to me in that moment and we're still close today. I was lucky, I had one friend out of that group that realized she had fallen into the "I'm not the one bullying, I'm just a by-standard" trap. I felt isolated, totally vulnerable and worthless. This helped continue dialogue on a hashtag on social media, #OscarsSoWhite.Īt eighteen the same feeling I had when I was eight came back. ![]() For those of you that don't know, Stacey Dash is also known for making many anti-feminist remarks, as well as remarks about why Black History Month shouldn't exist. Stacey Dash was selected as the Academy Director of Diversity Outreach, and made an appearance on the academy award stage, proclaiming, "Happy Black History Month," which was met by an awkward silence from the entire crowd. Stacey Dash wishing everyone a happy Black History Month at the Oscars (2016) Outrage ensued when Miss Colombia was stripped of her newly placed crown, when Miss Philippines barely received any screen time, and when it was suggested that two titles be awarded. At the 2015 Miss Universe pageant, TV host Steve Harvey announced Miss Colombia as the winner, instead of Miss Philippines. There's nothing more uncomfortable than thinking that you've won, when you actually haven't. Steve Harvey announcing the wrong winner of Miss Universe (2015)
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