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In reply to the discussion: Does anyone give enough of a shit to watch the Harry and Meghan film on Netflix. [View all]LeftInTX
(29,204 posts)179. I'm nearing the end of episode 2, so didn't get to all the content
What I learned:
1. Only 3.5% of the population is black.
2. The racist remarks were in the MSM (actual articles) not just social media..(As much as there was racist comments about Obama, they did not appear in MSM, but in the comments section and social media)
3. Yes, the tabloids seem to control elections
4. Brexit was also a factor
5. Meghan didn't experience racism in the US, so all of this was new to her.
6. Harry knew the tabloids would be brutal, but I don't think even he would think they would go completely racist on Meghan
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What I don't get? Why so much vitrol at the wife of someone who will never be king???
Prince Andrew went through a "phase" and eventually he charted his own course or sorta disappeared from public view or public attention or whatever...
I don't blame Meghan and Harry for leaving, but I would also not be surprised if they consider returning. However, being in the royal family is extremely difficult and seems to be an "all or nothing" thing, but you never know. Harry will never be king because he is too far down. They may be able to be assigned royal duties eventually without all the baggage.
I wish them well.
I also have nothing against William and Kate. It's not easy to be a royal. I would not want to be one!
India also has crazy journalism. Their "royals" are Bollywood stars.
In the US, we just aren't that crazy about celebrities.
1. Only 3.5% of the population is black.
Just from what I've seen on TV, I just assumed Britain was more cosmopolitan...
Maybe all I've seen is London, but I do watch Indian movies filmed in London. There is a large NRI population and they seem to mingle with a significant black population.
2. The racist remarks were in the MSM (actual articles) not just social media..(As much as there was racist comments about Obama, they did not appear in MSM, but in the comments section and social media)
3. Yes, the tabloids seem to control elections
4. Brexit was also a factor
5. Meghan didn't experience racism in the US, so all of this was new to her.
Meghan's mom also never had "the talk" with her
6. Harry knew the tabloids would be brutal, but I don't think even he would think they would go completely racist on Meghan
____________________
What I don't get? Why so much vitrol at the wife of someone who will never be king???
Harry is fifth in line to the throne.
Although William's children are young, they are the heirs.
Prince George is second in line.
Prince Andrew went through a "phase" and eventually he charted his own course or sorta disappeared from public view or public attention or whatever...
I don't blame Meghan and Harry for leaving, but I would also not be surprised if they consider returning. However, being in the royal family is extremely difficult and seems to be an "all or nothing" thing, but you never know. Harry will never be king because he is too far down. They may be able to be assigned royal duties eventually without all the baggage.
I wish them well.
I also have nothing against William and Kate. It's not easy to be a royal. I would not want to be one!
India also has crazy journalism. Their "royals" are Bollywood stars.
The papparazi is absolutely crazy over there.
They will camp out all night just to get a picture of a Bollywood star's kid.
They stalk the stars wherever they go.
In the US, we just aren't that crazy about celebrities.
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Does anyone give enough of a shit to watch the Harry and Meghan film on Netflix. [View all]
3Hotdogs
Dec 2022
OP
David Olusoga is one of the thoughtful people you've missed out on listening to.
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#141
There's plenty of evidence. The tabloids alone are disgusting, & I think Harry may be forgiven ...
Hekate
Dec 2022
#103
There is a mountain of evidence of racism against Meghan. If you had watched the series,
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#142
Meanwhile, Howard spend two decades whining about his parents on practically a daily basis.
TheBlackAdder
Dec 2022
#77
Agreed. The ONLY time* I get angry when a rich person is talking is when they complain
Eliot Rosewater
Jan 2023
#187
The fact that Piers Morgan is one of the more vocal attackers of Harry & Meghan says a great deal
LetMyPeopleVote
Dec 2022
#168
Why are you assuming without watching it that the interviews of the Black academics
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#135
You mean you can't communicate serious issues with the vast majority of people
grantcart
Dec 2022
#164
You express opinion after opinion on no basis whatsoever, since you didn't watch the series.
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#166
Then you might be interested in the story of two who gave their positions up. nt
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#38
And racism doesn't matter, either? The series has spent some time discussing aspects
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#118
Racism is a huge problem, very complicated and inbedded in many cultures.
No Vested Interest
Dec 2022
#131
Good god no. Couldn't care less about either one. Two rich elites. No thanks.
jimfields33
Dec 2022
#24
They were treated brutally by the racist UK press and they want to tell their side of the story.
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#35
Yes. Despite the onslaught of disparaging reviews before people could watch it themselves.
pnwmom
Dec 2022
#161
People watched the kardashians show ... some lives are so empty that shows like that become poplula
Fullduplexxx
Dec 2022
#49
Oh hell not, Binged on Borgen and Pine Gap (love Pine Gap) and Secret City (again)
msfiddlestix
Dec 2022
#57
Yes...If Tabs like the National Enquirer can make billions spreading lies, I'll chance truth.
Samrob
Dec 2022
#67
Yes. Mostly boring and 1/3 interesting on how the press works over there.
MaryMagdaline
Dec 2022
#70
They were talking about Harry, Meghan, and Netflix on the CNN morning show. Ahhhhh!
Earth-shine
Dec 2022
#72
I think the royals should all get real jobs and give their wealth to the poor people of the UK.
panader0
Dec 2022
#79
They have to support themselves, and there are other ppl with absolutely no talent like the kardash
onetexan
Dec 2022
#84
If it wasn't for posts like this one, I wouldn't hear it read anything about tgem
Kaleva
Dec 2022
#93
I watched the first part. I enjoyed it. I have been interested in totals since Princess Diana. Nt
helpisontheway
Dec 2022
#95
I'm waiting to see something about Camilla, she looks pretty interesting (and she's rich!)
jalan48
Dec 2022
#117
No, but neither did I ever watch THE CROWN or anything dealing with the UK Royals.
brooklynite
Dec 2022
#126