This. YES.

@Gay Bash: Oh, I know. I didn't think to make two replies.

@Gay Bash: Because we differ in perspective doesn't mean either of us is wrong. We just disagree.

@Gay Bash: Maybe you're right. I personally don't think so, but maybe you are.

@pmoss: Careful. The distance between "imperial" black woman and uppity negro is a short one.

I've been placed in the back of a squad car just walking down the street because a neighborhood store had been robbed, taken back to the scene for an ID and then offered a ride home when cleared (which I declined) and I wouldn't characterize all cops here as assholes.

@FREEMAN_TSINQ: All else equal, I agree with you. When confusion, authority, and adrenaline factor in, I can see how difficult this is on both sides.

We have Diana Ross to thank for this.

@AndPreciousLittleofThat: I'm a pastry chef that owns a baking service.

@nolamomma: That I'm probably high right now.

I own every piece of paraphernalia listed here. What does that say about me?

@lollilove: I'm gay, and black too. I suck at both, I guess.

@AliciaSacramonesBrownie: Let's not forget that jokes are supposed to be funny.