On Sun, 20 Aug 2006 18:56:20 GMT, NotSoNutSo
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> wrote:
>Wrongly Attempting Independent Thought, E. laBrett Ruus
><elruus@[EMAIL PROTECTED]
> Sputtered and Spewed:
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>>> She explained to me that the had plenty of horses, but what they did
need
>>> was tack and saddles.
>>
>>How about doing car washes, yard sales, odd jobs, collecting & recycling
>>cans, things like that, your friend and her youth would learn more about
>>responsibility, pride and self reliance that way, than by begging for
>>handouts from anonymous strangers. Isn't that what perpetuates the
>>social problems in reservations and ghettos in the first place?
>
>What a racist statement!
>
>Sure, they could have bake sales, car washes, etc, if they were
>looking to buy brand new tack... I dont think that was the goal. The
>goal was to teach the children horseman****p, as well as develop other
>self-reliant traits.
>
>Besides, even a highly successful car wash probably wouldnt net
>enough for one saddle. If every member of the reservation bought a
>cupcake, they could only buy a few bridles and bits
>
>They were ASKING, not BEGGING
>
>If you dont wish to donate, DO NOT, but keep your racist opinions to
>yourself.
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>
>
> N.S.N.S.
I agree. What an asshole. With all the scams these days, I do
thoroughly check out charties and non-profits before I donate things.
But I am not a cold hearted racist. I do agree they are looking for
used tack. I wish I could help.
Jen
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