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Re: should I move to Alabama?
Posted by Run-Out on 12/19/07

    I don't think you should move to Alabama. Yes, it is true that the
    South has come a long way and many issues are fading. The few that hold
    old feelings of hate really stand out and are committed to resisting
    change. It only takes a few that are still fighting the war that will
    make your life miserable. This isn't a new game for these few and they
    are very good and well practiced at driving out Yankees. I am
    originally from Canada, but nevertheless still not a southern white
    male. I have an appreciation for the close knit southern culture and
    can respect the desire to preserve the culture. This unity is also a
    fault because independant thinking is rare. If you accidentally offend
    one, you offend many. The old saying "If they like you, they'll do
    anything for you, and if they don't, watch your back" I found to be
    true.
    If you are seen as a threat to the old way of life, and you will be by
    some,you will tolerate harassment, vandalism, and character
    assassination. With all the complexities in this life do you really
    want to take on these added problems?
    On 11/12/07, Maximus, are you for real????????????????? wrote:
    > On 10/24/07, Maximus Sheldon wrote:
    >> Don't do it, don't move. Alabama is the most bigoted stated in the
    >> US. Your child deserves better.
    >>
    >>
    >> On 10/03/05, Faye wrote:
    >>> You and your family will be welcomed in most Alabama cities.
    >>> There are still a few you should avoid. (Go to
    >>> www.greatschools.net and type in the city where you plan to
    >>> live. Click on "student stats" and you will see the student
    >>> demographics (race, free/reduced lunch, etc.). If you see a very
    >>> low minority percentage, there is a reason for that; stay away
    >>> from that school or that area. I have taught in Huntsville and
    >>> in South Alabama. You will find prejudiced people everywhere
    >>> (even in Canada). However, the majority of people in most towns
    >>> here will readily accept your children. As for you, we ALWAYS
    >>> need good special education teachers!

     
     

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