I find it appalling some in the African American community do not take Bill Cosby's words of wisdom to heart and practice what he preaches not only to them, but to ALL Americans. What is so wrong about practicing personal responsibility and self-determination? The stereotypes he uses in describing all peoples of color maybe crass and sometimes crude, but the message he conveys is clear in that everyone should take stock of both their own lives and their priorities first and foremost. Not only to African Americans, but to all Americans- if you are spending your money on ultra-expensive name-brands and frivolous items (such as Sony PS2s and Gamecubes) instead of on things to better yourselves (such as 'Hooked on Phonics' and other studying aids when you or your children are not currently at a proficient level), you are then being absolutely irresponsible- PERIOD. Despite what some may think about his candid diatribes about reckless behavior, it has NOTHING TO DO WITH RACE! It has everything to do with being responsible and being good, productive citizens in society. To say he is being insulting is inane and totally ignorant of the truth. Bill Cosby is totally right, but in reference to ALL Americans who make stupid, useless excuses which, ironically, describes many.
