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Name:    Kayla Weekhout                CLC301-02

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I actually observed prejudice a few times towards the muslim religion within our classroom discussions of islamic extremists. I noticed a few comments where all muslims were grouped together and stereotyped to all be the same, and why they couldn't get their act together. This made me feel very sad and upset that people have that mindset towards those of the muslim religion as a whole. My grandfather was muslim and was one of the calmest, gentlest, and soft spoken people that I have ever met, and it saddens me to think that an entire religion is classified by a small percentage of extremists.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I didn't say anything because it wasn't a conversation directed specifically towards me. I would have liked to say something, however in most cases when people have formulated an opinion towards something or someone it is hard to change their perception and makes you feel even more discouraged.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I believe that everyone perceives racism or how racism is defined in a different light. Similarly everyone perceives music differently and have different preferences towards which music they like and dislike. Although there is racism everywhere, I wouldn't go as far as to say that the music industry is made up of racism. There are all kinds of different races, genders, and religions from which the music industry consists.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
It is interesting to know that many of the artists are told what to do by those who have the status or the money and aren't able to have much say so or even make many decision on their own. Sometimes this even consists of changing a part of ones self such as their name.

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I strongly disagree. People such as Kanye West, Jay-Z, Akon, Beyonce, Enrique Iglesias, Bruno Mars, and plenty of others of different races and genders have money and thereby also run the music scene. As of late it seems that there is less white prominence in the music scene and other races have started to become more prominent. Take for example Beyonce's superbowl routine, and the controversial issues that provoked, that required money and status to pull of.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
In order to assimilate as an artist, they must make music which is desirable of the region or people to which the music is directed. To keep their authenticity they have to add a little bit of their identity in their music, whether it be extra pizaz or just by using similies and metaphors in their music to relate it back to something personal.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=avbNOjCOHJE

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

I believe this song reflects our culture historically as well as emphasizing our present and future. The video contains parts of Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I have a Dream" speech and is actually titled so. The song states that there is a dream that one day I may look deeper than myself. This song is pertinent  for todays culture and all of the racial, religious and gender divides we experience, and emphasizes that we need to look beyond ourselves and our prejudices and stereotypical opinions to progress as a nation.

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1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
This one time during my freshman year a CCU me and my roommates decided to go to the beach because it was a nice day outside. So after we got done with the beach and decided to head home we walk pass this police officer and this car that they pulled over. The cop had at least five people out of the car and they all were African Americans in there teens. It looked like they got busted for something so me and my roommates "mind you that i'm the only one in our group that is black" walk passed them so we can get to our car. As we were walking the cop yells "Stop!". Me and my friends think he's talking to one of the kids that he pulled over from the car but he was talking to me. I turned around and asked what he wanted and he told me that I wasn't suppose to walk away from where he pulled the car over at. I told him i'm just coming from the beach and that I didn't know any of them. But he kept yelling at me to stay right were I was and I started to get mad. My white friends that were with me told him i was with them the whole time even the people that got pulled over said they didn't know me. The cop looked at me and said you can go. I was so mad at that point my friends pulled me away. I hate that just because i'm black doesn't mean i'm always at fault for something I didn't do. That's racial profiling.

2. Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (How did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I think that I did pretty well in that situation I got mad but didn't let it get to me. And I would have to say that I didn't have any regrets for anything that I did.

3. What is your reaction to what the artists are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I think that everyone has a different opinion on whats racist and whats not racist in music depending on where your coming from. And I really didn't care for the lyrics.
- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
what I found interesting in this is that people use music as their freedom of speak to say and talk about just about anything that they want to. As long as it doesn't bother anyone religious views or say anything that some people may find offensive.

4. Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
I would have to say that I disagree with this statement. I say this because in today's world the most listen to type of music is R&B, and Hip-Hop. And the type of people that are at the top of the charts for these kinds of music is African American artist. I also disagree with the statement saying that people who have money are white. Even though American and the world at some points are basically said to be a white mans world there are a lot of people that aren't white with money.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?
For some people they make songs about whats around them and the things that they go through that some people can relate to. For example NWA rape about how they were treated by police because of their color. Most black people can relate to that because that's want they go through.

5. 5.) It’s YOUR TURN: Provide a YouTube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (However you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://youtu.be/TnwU2iMRUqA
I choose this view because it show my culture and in the video tupac talks about how we need to change as people and how we treat one another.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
One night, I was closing up for my job at Ripley’s Believe it or Not. Just listening to music and minding my own business. Right next to Ripley’s is a 3 story parking garage. On the 3rd story of the garage were 3 white teens yelling from below for my attention so I took my headphones off. Thinking it was something important, I gave them my full attention. The teen in the middle screamed “Aye N****r!” and his friends were obviously in support as they began to laugh with him. I felt a deep anger inside. Hundreds of years and we continue to fight the same battle. It comes a time when enough is enough, but I laughed it off because I know they wouldn’t have done the same if we were face to face on the sidewalk.

2. Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (How did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
There’s not much I could’ve said or done, but I know they were just looking for a reaction. I gave them a non-verbal response with a kind middle finger and walked to my car. No, I do not have any regrets.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

3. What is your reaction to what the artists are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
It is true that some music is discriminated against from a cultural aspect. I wouldn’t say it’s exactly racist, but it is a childish reason to dislike the essence of music. Music is the most beautiful art in the world.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
It's interesting talking about religion and the choices they have to make as artists. They aren’t exactly told what to say, think, and do, but when the ones around you value such a topic, lyric writing can become a complicated process.

4. Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
I do not agree with this statement. Hip Hop has completely taken over the American lifestyle and lifestyles of others worldwide. Most people in this industry are African American with extraordinary amounts of money. Now it may be true most whites come from affluent culture, but their music is usually black.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (Definition below)
In order to maintain the identity of their music they must listen to the music played around that particular region and use their tone of music, but doing that while also adding a “personal touch” (new lyrics, different use of instruments, etc.)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) It’s YOUR TURN: Provide a YouTube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (However you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YqJAnQTwmJs

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
Tupac was seen as the rap legend along with Biggie Smalls back in the 90’s era when African Americans were faced with everyday struggles along with harassment from law enforcement. This video represents the lighter side of black culture, but he also discussed the dark times in black history as well.

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Tell about a time when you were confronted or observed prejudice:
I once encountered prejudice in my high school. I had a teacher who was an African American teacher. She was a very nice lady, and truly loved her job. Over time I began to realize that if students of other races than her own asked for help she merely gave them a little attention, leaving questions unanswered and problems unsolved. My friend Alex asked her for help on an assignment, she told Alex that she didn't need help and needed to figure it out on her own. Meanwhile, a student named Darius asked for help with the assignment as well. She helped him a great deal, practically giving him answers.

How did this make you feel?
It made me angry. Because here was a teacher, who should help anyone that needs it, she was leaving some students  empty handed, meanwhile giving others everything that they needed and more.

I felt as if it was a negative attack. It was kind of like the teacher was assuming that Alex would figure it out, meanwhile she practically handed Darius his entire assignment.

listen to the link and respond: I don't think that they understand completely what racism is. They believe that it is something that is found out of not liking a faction of music, or a type. In fact racism is so much deeper than that. Not liking country music does not make you racist towards whites, and not liking Asian music does not mean you are racist, or have an obscured  amount of hatred towards Asians.

I would have to disagree with the quote about whites having money and power that controls the music industry. I would disagree with this because that is not necessarily true. There are very different types of music that come from artist in all walks of life.

YOUTUBE LINK:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q65KZIqay4E

I chose this song to represent my culture because I think it is a great representation of the culture of our nation. The song defines our love for our country, as well as our firm and long standing belief in God. It talks about how if everything was lost he ( the writer) would still be blessed because he lives in America, the land of the free.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I have a friend that grew up in a prodominently black area. Everytime I leave my friends house I am always pulled over and my car is searched. The cops tell me that I have no business out there and I must be buying drugs. I can't help but believe that I am being judged because of my race. It makes me upset that I get pulled over just because I am going to see one of my friends and her kids. I feel like no matter what, I should not be pulled over.

2. Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
There is not much I can say or do but everytime they come to the window and tell me to get out I feel like I'm being judged. They look me up and down and talk to me like I'm a kid.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

3. What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I don't understand how they consider how much we value other cultures work is racism. Just because I don't like the music from a different culture doesn't mean I am racist.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
It's interesting talking about religion vs. choices they have to make or deal with as artists. They are told what to say, think, and do when they have such a huge following or by the higher ups. If it makes money then they have to do it.

4.Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
I do not agree with this statement. People of any race and gender are wealthy and can they can use that wealth toward the music scene.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
A lot of music might sound the same in certain genres but they add their own personal touch to the song whether it be a different instrument or their own written music.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bmZ9xRO7M9M

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
I come from very southern roots where we listen to country and rap separately. This song shows that race and genre of music can come together and become an awesome song and video.

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

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The song Big Yellow Taxi sung by counting crows. With lyrics provided. EDIT: Whoa... 100,000 views. Thankyou youtube!

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"Perceptions of Worldviews"
Directions:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race/ gender/ religion /age / social "money" / economic status/ LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
2.Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?

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Kailey Flannelly                                                                                               CLC 301.02

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

DIRECTIONS:

Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

A couple years ago I was on vacation with my family in St. Vincent and the Grenadines where the minority of the island is caucasian. It was not made a big deal, especially because many of the locals were used to tourists visiting from Europe and North America. We were adventuring around the island one day and made it to a part that was more off the beaten path. I remember driving down a dirt road with our windows down when we saw some local children. It caught me off guard when one of the kids screamed at the top of his lungs “white people!!!” It was not in a negative tone, it was just surprising to hear it because that is not what happens in the United States. It made me feel a little out of place and uncomfortable, but I did not feel that I was in danger at all.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

My family and I did not react in a negative manner because the child did not do anything wrong, and his parents apologized even though it was not necessary. I think that it made all of us think about how it is when the situations are reversed, when you are the minority somewhere. I am satisfied with the way we all reacted because I know some people would be extremely offended.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;

"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

I never really thought about it as being described as racism in the music industry, but it makes sense and it does not really surprise me. Racism has been around for a long time and with many different situations. I just did not know that it was so prevalent in the music industry.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I found it interesting to hear what the artists believed to be racism in the music industry. Some of it I could see and agree with, but other things were just more of a difference in opinions, not racism.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I disagree with this statement that people who have money are white… and so the music scene is going to reflect that power. There are plenty of artists and producers not only in the United States, but around the world, that are all different races and extremely wealthy.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

I personally believe that mosts artists create their music in a way that relates to their own culture and beliefs, as well as the way they were raised. Artists knowing being a part of the music industry that someone is always going to disagree with their decisions, or not like certain songs they create, but they just have to feel free to express themselves and their culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pd6FXOTapMM (If I Were A Boy - Beyonce)

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

I think this song reflects the culture that we live in because often boys can get away with a lot more actions than girls can. This song shows from a girl’s point of view how she sees boys acting in relationships and how they treat others. It represents both sides. While it is a girl criticizing everything a boy does “wrong,” it is also showing how girls stereotype all guys at the same time.

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Name:  Riley Larkin

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB
I was at a party and a white female went up to 3 african american guys, She said "wow all of you look like brothers" They continued to say no none of us are related at all. The girl than responded with "my bad all of you look the same to me"

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I was stunned at how disrespectful a person could be to someone of a different race. People say that racism and segregation is not as bad as it used to be but it is still very much present. Just because our president is black hasn't really changed the disconnect between black and whites being equal

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I  was just a person standing near what happened and felt as though I shouldn't but in to something that wasn't my business. The guys gave responses to her that were good enough telling her she is stupid and doesn't know what she is talking about.

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I agree with most of the things being said, I understand the fact that they are wondering if it will start to change or just keep getting progressivley worse or stay the same

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
When they discussed "queer" people and there music that was disturbing

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I disagree, most sucessful music artists and rappers are not white. money should not be assigned to a certain race. Money is earned by people who want to work for it, people who have goals and asspirations. not the color of their skin

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

Certain artists might change up there style to be in with whats "hip" or trending" like making there music more popular and more likely to be put on the radio. Saying certain things and having certain beats etc.
* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eRaFMlZ1YHA
- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
Apparently by J cole talks about dreams and just real life, not being about the color of your skin but being believed in.

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)

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1.) I am sometimes confronted with prejudice and racism in my work place. I experienced racism because of the color of my skin. Customers will come in and not speak to me when i greet them or tell them goodbye. If they need help with something they insult my intelligence as if I do not know what i am talking about which is very frustrating. It makes me angry, but because I cannot disrespect customers I kill them with kindness. Sometime I'll be sarcastic with them also.
2.) I am happy with the decisions I make at work when people are rude to me. I don;t regret my actions because I would hate to lose my job. If I could care less about my job I would most likely tell those people about themselves aka (cuss them out lol).
3.)  With certain song statements I do think there is some racism in the music industry, but not completely. I think there is equal representation of all genres of music.
4.) I do not agree with that statement because people of other races also have money. There are plenty of rappers and country singers who have money and their music is equally represented.
I don't think artists need to assimilate at all. I think they should create the music they want to create and people who like their music will purchase it. If all they care about is money and not changing peoples lives with meaningful lyrics then they'll assimilate to pop culture and create trashy yet catchy music.
5.) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LXXQLa-5n5w
I chose the song Pretty Hurts by Beyonce' because often times in my African American culture our appearance is heavily an issue. Whether lour hair is natural, weaved, straight, curly, whatever, we are ridiculed for the way we look. Skin color has always been an issue within our race and outside our race. There's racism within my own culture of dark skinned verses light skinned and which is better or more appealing. This song demonstrates that trying to look and be a certain way that is not true to who you really are hurts on the inside. We should all be ourselves regardless of what anyone thinks.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

When I was a lot younger and my middle sister was in high school my parents received a phone call from the colonel in the ROTC program. He refused to take my sister on an overnight ROTC trip because she was gay. It seemed that he was quick to make assumptions. I was young and I just remember how furious my parents were at the colonel and how upset my sister was. I felt bad for my sister because she was really into the ROTC program and I just think she probably thought it was a slap in the face.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc)

I did not really react in any way at the time. Now when I think about it I find it absolutely ridiculous in how the colonel just made quick assumptions about my sister.

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

I understand what she is saying when she says "it's not asking the world to change, it's asking me to change" but I do not think the changing of the name was intended to be racist at all. It makes sense to change the name so people will know how to say it right.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I found it interesting to hear that in Canada being  gay , or a woman of color artist tend to be largely faced with the assumption that his or her music will sound a particular way and will be consumed in a particular way as well.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

I do not agree with that statement because a lot of artists who are not white have made quite a good living. If one has what its got then he or she can make it in the music industry regardless of his or her race.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?

I don't think artist should assimilate to the dominant music industry. Being an artist means being able to express yourself freely. If an artist truly believes in his or her own music they will not change, which will help them not lose authenticity of their music.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmWBrN7QV6Y

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

This is a song created by Lady Gaga and it depicts violence and sexual assaults against women. It brings up the increasing issue of campus rape all over America. In the end of the video it shows how victims gay, straight, etc overcome the trauma slowly and find comfort in friends and family. Sexual assault is a current and increasing issue in America and although it does not exemplify the positive diversity of our culture it does explain that it is a serious issue in our culture.

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Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened ad how did it make you FEEL?
During high school I was always judged based on my age when I went shopping. My hometown's local Walgreens would make all students with backpacks or purses leave them by the door before entering the store. I also always found that store employees would follow me around more closely if I was with a friend rather than with my mom. It was unsettling that they all assumed that because of my age I was planning on stealing items from their stores.

2. Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets? 9how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc)
During that time I felt that those prejudice employees would expect me to have a negative attitude about the situation so I just kept quiet. Looking back I think I could have tried to say something in a respectable manor but I'm not sure if that would accomplish anything.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3. What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I disagree with the claim that there is racism in the music industry. The music industry is full of people of all different races. I think people like music based on the sound and lyrics, not because of the color of the artists skin.

-What did you find interesting or disturbing?
What I found most interesting was that an artist believed that being asked to change her song title was considered racism. The label only wanted to change it because it was hard to pronounce; that has nothing to do with her race.

4. Do you agree with this statement: "People who have the money are white... and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
I disagree that white people are the ones with all of the power in the music industry. It is true that there are many successful and wealthy white artists, but there are just as many that are other races. Think about the rap industry. How many powerful white rappers really are there?

4a. How then do you suggest that these artists "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
I don't think that these artists should assimilate to the dominant music culture. I think if you conform to the norm, you are not being true to yourself or your music. The entire purpose of creating music is to have individuality and express yourself. I don't think you can successfully do that while trying to resemble the dominate culture.

*Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language (could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5. IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture" (however you define your culture... keep it clean. Thanks)!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zbp6mgIXa64

How does this video (lyrics/ actions in the video) reflect your culture?
Being from a big city like Boston, changes are always being made to my surroundings. Big buildings and apartment complexes are replacing the nature. This song not only talks about that but how you "don't know what you've got til it's gone". This is also really relatable being a young adult growing up.

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Name:  Marcus Washington CLC 301-2

"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

DIRECTIONS:

Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

During my senior year of football in a game against my crosstown rivals Lexington high school during a stoppage in play I was standing in front of their student section and the students started making monkey noises and saying the n word at me and a few of my teammates. What makes it worse is the fact that I knew some of the kids that were doing it. It was a horrible feeling but it gave me more of a drive to compete and play football.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way you reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc)

I’m very satisfied with how my teammates and I handled the situation, we could have gotten extremely mad and did something outlandish like charge the student section from the field, but we just stood there and faced it and ultimately won the game.

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

I didn’t really see this as racism, I expect the artist to be called names or denied to play certain places due to their race but that wasn’t the case. Also, Canada’s biggest music mogul, drake is mixed, so if anything he has obliterated the walls of racism in Canadian music.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I found what the artist thought was racism was interesting. When the singer said it was racist that she had to change a song title due to it being hard to pronounce threw me off. That isn’t racism at all.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

I completely disagree with this statement. There are music moguls all over the world of all different races. Maybe a certain kind of music is controlled by white people with money but definitely not all.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music?

I recommend not assimilating with the dominate music culture. Make your own sound and get famous that way. Be new, and innovative, don’t bite off somebody else’s style.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N3Q7fUIhA74

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

This song doesn’t really have a lot of lyrics, but it shows my culture. The song is made by a trio of guys named Keys n Krates. One of them is a keyboardist, one is a drummer, and the other is a DJ. My self being a DJ, I look up to these guys and hopefully one day I can be as big as them.

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Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
Once while working at a restaurant as a server someone questioned my age. Implying I wasn't old enough to serve them properly or efficiently. This situation made me feel upset, since they assumed I couldn't serve them properly simply because of my age.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
Yes I was satisfied with the way I reacted to the situation. I simply and calmly explained to the customers why and how i'm experienced and how I'll serve them properly.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I feel most of the cases aren't even a form of racism. One singer claimed she's faced racism simply because a label wanted her to change the name of a song since it was hard to pronounce. In my opinion she's just looking for a reason to complain or claim she's dealing with racism. Her case of racism isn't backed with any good evidence.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
What I found interesting is how some people create something that they claim as racism, when in reality it isn't at all. I don't believe people should claim such things unless it is warranted when thousands of people face real racism issues everyday in the world.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
No I think this statement is false and ignorant. Many of the top performers in music are not white. For example, Jay Z, Beyonce, Kanye West, Diddy, Alicia Keys, etc.....

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
They just continute to stick with guidelines and music thoughts that they had before they assimilated to another culture.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zGyjg3I7aK8

How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
It reflects my culture because myself and million of others are youths of America. It shows how teenagers grow up and move away to start their own lives and pursue their lifelong dreams.

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1) one time I went to the gas station right there by university place with my roommates 3 of us were black including me and we had one white friend. We went into the gas station got snacks and sodas and was waiting to check out when the white cashier lady yelled and demanded we me and the other two black guys take our hoodies off in the store all the while my white friend was standing right in front of her with his hoodie all the way on. She proceeded to demand we take our hoodies off or she was calling the cops. Then she said she was not going to ring our stuff up unless we gave it to our white friend who still has his hoodie on. that situation made me feel angry i honestly felt like raging all over the store and spazzing on the lady but my friends saw my face and took me out the store and sat me down in the car before i did anything.

2) The way i reacted to the situation was out of anger because i did yell back at her and called her out her name but she did deserve it. i was satisfied with how i reacted because i was not about to sit there and take that kind of racial abuse from anybody especially if my friends did not recognize the situation.

3) i agree that there is racism in the music industry and still all over the world somebody racist could be sitting right beside you and you would not know it that is how good of a cover up they are.

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1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
One time at a gas station down here I experienced some racism where a white worker was talking down to a black customer.  At first I felt uncomfortable and out of my element but as he continued I just stepped in and told him to cut it out basically saying there was no need for it.  After I stepped in the worker ended up stopping where another worker then cashed out the customer.  I never really run into things like that back home in New York but there is still some racism which is more popular in the south.
2.  The way I reacted to the situation is the way I hoped anybody would step in and just make sure the situation wouldn't get out of hand.  Looking back on it I would do that same thing again given the scenario.
3.  I think racism is relevant in the music society in today's culture only because of the variety of music out there.  I do not think it should be a problem but in today's world I think it will somehow always be a problem.
4.  I disagree with the statement only because white people do have wealth but in music especially all types of people find wealth.
4a.  I believe being an artist you mostly sing or create songs based on your culture and upbringing.  Being an artist it is a way for most people to express themselves but it doesn't have to be about their culture but a lot of the time it seems to be.  From the music I listen to most of the time I feel the artist expresses themselves through their own culture.
5.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TXgYgfe-oNo
Now this song is called Why I Am and explains who the person is.  This being relevant to me because I like the style of music and being able to explain who you are as well as how you were brought up.  I think this song speaks to my culture as well by the overall expression.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"

DIRECTIONS:

Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

When I was in middle school, 5th grade, I was always made fun of because of my last name. My last name is Hassane and a lot of kids used to tell me I was related to Saddam Hussaine and that my dad is a terrorist. It used to really make me mad and I would go home crying to my mom a lot. I would never really tell them to stop or back off because I was scared no one would talk to me anymore, so I wouldn't stand up for myself.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I wish I would've stood up for myself back at that point. I shouldn't of cared if I would have friends or not. But at the same time, I took that sort of as a learning lesson because I still up for myself a lot now.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;

"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I don't think this should be anything new and undiscovered. Racisim has been around for a very very long time. Everyone has their preferred music. Should they be racist about it? No.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
I thought hearing each persons opinion on what comes off a racist to them interesting. Everyone has their own opinion on what racisim is, so it's interesting to hear their opinions.

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."

(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I disagree with this statement 100%. There are both black and white in the music industry that are wealthy. You don't have to be white to be wealthy.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)
I think artists are very aware that their music will be disliked by people, but still do what they can to have a bigger fan base.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language

(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bf2aEmmTeDQ

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
I think this song basically defines what I wish this world would be like. I want a peaceful country. This isn't defining my actual family culture, but my own culture.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?
I have experienced many situations where people have made racist comments about African Americans. I get offended by it and my friends do not understand why, because it is not about me. That does not matter to me though. Everyone deserves to be treated with respect no matter what they look like. It really upsets me.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)
I voiced my opinion and told them how I felt. I think I handled it well. I did not yell or act violent in any way. I tried to explain my point of view. I do not regret how I handled it.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"
I definitely agree that there is racism in the music industry. I did not know the extent of it though.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?
Explain: It is interesting to hear the different ways racism is displayed in the music industry. We should not have to change our culture for anything, especially our jobs. Racism is not right no matter where it is.

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)
I disagree with this statement completely. There are so many successful African Americans in the music industry. Money is not determined by the color of your skin, it is determined by the amount of work you put in.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.
I feel that each artist has the freedom to write and produce anything they want. It could represent their culture or not. Either way it is a way to express themselves.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kzXNvBBs8PY

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?
It talks about all the problems we face in the world. There is so much going on in the world and we just need appreciate all the things we do have.

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

When I was in the 6th grade, all of my friends always asked why I was so rich. I never understood what the hell they were talking about. As I grew older, I realized that my friends were grouping me into what all my older cousins had told them. My cousins had told them that had a lot of money and we threw it around like it was confetti. This situation made me feel very self conscious about my family. I was uncomfortable wearing my nice clothes and would purposely make myself seem to have less money.

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

At the time, I was very satisfied with the way I handled myself, but now when I look back on all the ridiculous pain it caused me I feel stupid. I shouldn't have to change myself in order to make other people happy. I look at the situation as bullying. When a person is getting bullied, they should remain confident in themselves and their surroundings. Loving yourself and who you are is potentially the most important thing anyone can achieve in their lives.

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

I don't really understand why we are just now talking about this issue of racism. racism has been around for just about forever. Different races and different genders obviously are pleased by different styles of music. The world is a huge melting plot and everyone is raised differently. Therefore, everyone will like different things and have different levels that they can relate to in the music industry.

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

I thought it was very interesting to hear everyones opinions of what they thought about the racism happening. I feel like everyone has a different opinion of what racism really is, so it was cool to look at the way those individuals felt about the subject.

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

I disagree with this statement because there are plenty of white and black people in the music industry and both are extremely wealthy.

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

I think that artists are aware of the world and they are aware that their music isn't going to always please everyone. People will always find a flaw in everything no matter what the situation.

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Glny4jSciVI

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

This song shows that my culture cares for others and is willing to all come together in order to make an impact in others lives. We are the world shows many different cultures through the music video along with the different singing styles used by the artists.

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)

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"PERCEPTION OF WORLDVIEWS"
DIRECTIONS:
Tell me about a time when you were "confronted" or "observed" prejudice based on: race / gender / religion / age / social "money" economic status / LGTB

1. Describe what happened and how did it make you FEEL?

2.) Were you satisfied with the way your reacted to the situation or do you have regrets?  (how did you react: withdrew, negatively attacked, proactively - said something, got violent, indifferent, etc.)

Explain:

* LISTEN the interview link below from the "NOW" magazine;
"3 artists call out racism in Toronto's music scene,"

http://www.cbc.ca/radio/q/schedule-for-thursday-january-28-2016-1.3423368/3-artists-call-out-racism-in-toronto-s-music-scene-1.3423383

3.) What is your reaction to what the artist's are describing as "racism in the music industry?"

- What did you find interesting or disturbing?

Explain:

4.) Do you agree or disagree with this statement: "People who have the money are white...and so the music scene is going to reflect that power."
(Think about artists and producers in the U.S. too - Jay-Z)

4a.) How then do you suggest that these artist "assimilate" to the dominant music culture without losing their "authenticity" of their music? (definition below)

* Cultural assimilation is the process by which a person or a group's language
(could be the language of music) and/or culture come to resemble those of another group, you begin to mimic the dominant culture.

5.) IT'S YOUR TURN: Provide a youtube (appropriate lyrics video) of "one" song that you feel exemplifies the diversity of "your culture." (however you define your culture...keep it clean. Thanks)!

- How does this video (lyrics / actions in the video) reflect your culture?

To link the YouTube video simply:
- Just cut and paste the link into this text box
- Click on the end of the URL address press ENTER to activate it and it will turn blue

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T2hPhILxez8   (What's going on - AIDS tribute)