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[quote=Anonymous]I do not think that deleting the original post was a good idea.  We struggle because we refuse to openly discuss certain class and race issues.  The intent did not seem to be to disparage certain types of people but to talk about the potential impact on children's perceptions.  I grew up in the suburbs of Atlanta and came to the District to attend Howard in the 90s.  I experienced the culture shock that often results from initial exposure to an urban culture for the first time.  Having grown up in a neighborhood replete with black professionals, I did not draw negative conclusions, but someone without a broader context very well could.  If I could ask Jeff a question, as a longtime user of this site (13 years), I would want to know how to best open those discussions of controversial issues without being offensive.  I understand his decision but feel that shutting down the dialogue deprives us of the chance to connect.  One of the things that has kept me coming back to DCUM is the ability to exchange opinions with people I do not necessarily meet on a daily basis.  I hope that all of us can work together to maximize the site's incredible social potential.[/quote]

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