RACISM IN THE MILITARY | AN OFFICERS PERSPECTIVE

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[@ryank0351]

I was only Asian in my USMC infantry battalion back in early 90s. I was called north Korean and they made fun of my last name etc. Racism in military is real.

[@Jabarikjay]

I’m so sorry that happened to you!

[@144k_Kingdom_Living]

A nation founded on hate, opression, theft, rape, racism, salvery and and murder can not abandon the principles it was built on and still maintian power. Acccepting truth is a very hard thing to do because it requires letting the ego die which is very painful. I took me 44 years of lying to myself before I accepted what I had witnessed my entire life as reality.

[@HVH777]

That’s why we have to be more aware of what’s going on around us. You have to have self awareness in every situation. Realize were you stand in every situation

[@Jabarikjay]

Jumper F22 always

[@AlexJatto1]

I appreciate this video, I really do. I find myself in a tough spot just being newly commissioned and wanting to speak up as an individual, but you give me perspective that a lot of minority officers should have! ✊🏾

[@Jabarikjay]

I’m glad you enjoyed brother. You’ll get put down for speaking on certain things but as a leader you aren’t here to always be the good guy. Call out wrong when it’s wrong!

[@cmebans35]

🙏

[@craigellis7425]

Thank You for your courage for speaking out on this subject. You are a well spoken man and I love to see young men in the Army especially African Americans officers doing great things for our country and representing your love ones.

[@bbblader911]

Sir I really appreciate this, step up and take charge. I’ve been a victim of this in the army as well. They make it seem like it’s not racially motivated but in our eyes it is. I’m currently with a all black unit right now and we get treated definitely than other units.

[@joshuagayle8473]

Most definitely we do. And it's never subtle either, always out front in the open.

[@Jabarikjay]

Always! & I’m sorry you’ve had to experience that brother!

[@africanlipplateandbonenose3223]

Really? Ive experienced alot of racism from blacks and black leadership. Maybe it goes both ways. Maybe a multi racial society is just impossible.

[@speedythunder1995]

It just shows how everyone wants to be in that leadership mindset and be in charge of what people do and help, but on topics that involves racism in 2020. I’ve seen a lot of battle buddies act like it doesn’t exist or don’t want to about it, I appreciate you talking about this subject matter ❤️✊🏾

[@Jabarikjay]

speedy Thunder 💯

[@gairycampbell3497]

I can identify with you on this blog. I was a Naval Officer- Medical Corp. At the time of recruitment I was told there were only 2 African Americans recruited that year into the Officer Medical Corp program. I couldn't believe it until I went to the Indoctrination School and discovered I was the only African American Medical Corp officer to be recruited there. I was the only African American Officer (Student) in my platoon - and at the school at the time. The Naval Chief that was training us at the time, did his best to get me kicked out. I overheard him say, " doesn't want to be here". He had no reasonable reason for saying this. He targeted me. I took accepted it initially as a form of training until I discovered that most of his target was one-sided, unequal and unfair. I went to the legal counsel on the Indoctrination School Campus - in Rhode Island and made a formal complaint. Throughout my Naval Career, I have had to familiarize myself with the EEO policies and when "enough was enough" utilize those policies. I am sorry to say, the subtle racism that exists in the Navy and the EEO policies provided are just "procedural". They had no interest in actually defending injustices during my active duty time. It was just a Bureaucratic Face placed. So most African Americans just stood by and kept their mouths shut. They accepted the affronts and tolerated the racism hoping that if they anneal themselves with a Caucasion counterpart, they would be protected against continued assaults. Unfortunately, it is no different in the civilian world except you have a better opportunity to get an attorney to defend you if it occurs. My advice, know who you are and how much your character is willing to take. Know your military guidelines, standards of engagement and determine when it is time to proceed through the ranks. Don't expect to get justice from it. Don't expect to be liked. Expect to develop enemies but before you do this, be ready to have an exit strategy. In the end, racists will never win. They are broken people whose self destruction wants company. Do not allow them to accomplish that goal.

[@Jabarikjay]

Thank you for sharing!!

[@144k_Kingdom_Living]

A nation founded on hate, opression, theft, rape, racism, salvery and and murder can not abandon the principles it was built on and still maintian power. Acccepting truth is a very hard thing to do because it requires letting the ego die which is very painful. I took me 44 years of lying to myself before I accepted what I had witnessed my entire life as reality.

[@nieshamccoy9419]

Bro, is preaching..... Respect!

[@Jabarikjay]

✊🏾💯

[@ironwill6859]

Of course exist. When I arrived at my first command I was told about a certain chief who was known to be racist.

[@Jabarikjay]

Sheesh

[@mrpolodowndakurocombatvet4869]

From a retired SFC, he is speaking all truths

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks SFC!

[@ilyjustinluuga]

Thank you for this Sir! As an aspiring officer, I hope to continuously address issues of racism with my ROTC colleagues so we can make a stronger, and better army! Thank you for being!

[@Jabarikjay]

Always! I appreciate the support my brother! Continue to strive for excellence in ROTC. You’re the future of the Army.

[@marcusbyrd3074]

I have searched this topic on youtube so many times and never could find any testimonies. All of a sudden, this video pops up in the feed. Im fortunate to have found your channel.

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks for tuning in

[@solusnf4147]

Listening to this man talk is philosophical(if that’s the right word) and I love it lmao. Anyway, these points help me want to be a better leader, and hopefully I can bring that when I start rotc at my university. I gotta start with 201 as a sophomore, but hopefully I can still hold my own. Bless up my man 🙏🏼

[@Jabarikjay]

I wouldn’t call myself a philosopher or anything lol , I just call out wrong when it’s wrong. This issue can’t remain hidden. Now is the time to pull the covers off.

[@G1stGBless]

I wish there were balance weight where all the ways youve been loved and treated well by your country and its people could be weighed against the minuscule amount of times a few people have been jerks for any reason (race included). My bet is, from watching a few of your videos, that youve been loved, cared for, and lived a very privileged American life which continues to this day. Most peoples problems come from their own bad choices or the bad choices around them. We are incredibly blessed in this country and we (myself included) are too spoiled to even take notice 90% of the time.

[@Jabarikjay]

I’ve been blessed with a good life and have had good mentors around leading me to a better way. Thanks for watching

[@brianabellamy2661]

I really appreciate you for making this video. I am in my senior year of Army rotc and I commission and graduate in may. Idk you, but I am really proud of you. Thank you for your service

[@Jabarikjay]

Thank you! & early congrats on the commission

[@joshuagayle8473]

It's very much true. I see it alot when we do joint FTXs and what not. Sometimes people just don't know and they come to you out of ignorance and you can tell they're saying or asking you something and others are doing things to get a rise out of you.

[@Jabarikjay]

They need to start implementing the EO program like they do SHARP in ROTC. I know we didn’t do it when I was there and it showed. I’d have to mentor my young cadets and tell them what they may experience and I hated giving those speeches.

[@DavionWest]

Glad you made a video like this! Great stuff

[@Jabarikjay]

I’m late AF bro lol my fault

[@DavionWest]

@@Jabarikjay lmao damn 2 years

[@joshuamarvin2239]

very good video. thank you for standing up and yes BLM!!

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks

[@flextimegaming3840]

Have these experiences you’ve had chanced your opinion on the military? Have they discouraged you from wanting to stay in longer (if you had previously planned to)?

[@Jabarikjay]

I’ve learned to deal with things better tbh, I know what battles to fight and what I’ll just leave alone. I won’t be leaving the military until everything I plan to achieve has been achieved

[@michaelminster9239]

I'm not military but I am in a leadership position. This stuff would never fly. I'd bring someone to HR so fast for that shit. Unacceptable.

[@thelifeofstokes2416]

Great video

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks

[@mtownboi4ya]

100% true. However, the programs put in place are purely surface. Looks good on paper but barely executed

[@GODWITHUS0712]

Ive experience it as well.

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks for sharing

[@Mc007-]

The best thing that was said that needed to be said. 2Ranger Batt CWO3 Retired

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks Chief !

[@nbljaad8621]

6am in Vegas , good shit though sir .

[@Jabarikjay]

Thank you

[@lilkleenex7842]

Whole lotta shit going down this year😅But thanks for pushing videos and serving this country🇺🇸Im beginning my enlistment process to join the Army✊🏽💯#BlackLivesMatter #AllLivesMatter #BlueLivesMatter

[@Jabarikjay]

Lil Kleenex ✊🏾 good luck on your military journey!

[@seankidwell8447]

Affirmative! Way to lead from the front!

[@Jabarikjay]

Thank you !

[@HVH777]

Just like corporate America just different work environment

[@Jabarikjay]

Jumper F22 same stuff on the outside is on the inside

[@luvslogistics1725]

Did u experience any racism in BOLC? How was your TAC?

[@Jabarikjay]

BOLC no. My TAC was amazing. Very down to earth and truly cared for his LT’s.

[@frankzheng5286]

Negative counseling ? Aren't they suppose to find a solution and not bring you into,the office and punish you

[@TAnimations]

Thank you for sharing, I know racism does exist, it happens everywhere. But I wouldn't say it is a major issue like people think it is. In the military, people make bad unfunny jokes all the time and people have to live with that kind of dark humor. I just do not understand why if it is a joke that targets a race, why it is a massive problem that needs to be talked about besides basic personal jokes to an individual because it directly refers to them, which is perfectly fine and just the nature of dark humor. But instead when it doesn't refer to someone, but instead an ethnicity or race, as to why it is a problem and immediately makes it a severe joke that shouldn't ever happen. Just my thoughts on this whole situation, of course I wasn't there and know nothing about that situation, but to me it just seems like he is one of those people that says any joke that comes to mind, and isn't intentionally attempting to harass or shame your race. Just my thoughts. Thank you for your service!

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks for watching!

[@kbjinx2273]

They think they better then the Enlisted

[@Jabarikjay]

Who?

[@voiceofreason1613]

Yeah of course it's racism in military this country was built off racism...Im confused why so many black men/women join. Not knocking it...jus seems odd to fight for a country that you can come back home to and get killed by police for simply being brown. But I appreciate yall anyways✊🏾❤

[@Jabarikjay]

This countries past isn’t pleasant but it will always improve. Thanks for watching.

[@144k_Kingdom_Living]

A nation founded on hate, opression, theft, rape, racism, salvery and and murder can not abandon the principles it was built on and still maintian power. Acccepting truth is a very hard thing to do because it requires letting the ego die which is very painful. I took me 44 years of lying to myself before I accepted what I had witnessed my entire life as reality.

[@LITTLEROCK2517]

YO

[@Jabarikjay]

Yo

[@brandonmonroe8483]

Dude look on they’re website

[@Jabarikjay]

Which website and what’s on it?

[@alexanderwalters8221]

Its a lot of poor white boys in the military...what do you expect?

[@Jabarikjay]

Poor people in general not even talking about just finances. A poor mindset.

[@aaronlattimore9409]

Congratulations on your Promotion. Yes there is Racism in the Military. Racism has been in the Military since North vs South Civil War 1861-1865. 26yrmilitary RetireVet.

[@Jabarikjay]

Thanks for sharing

[@nosociallifeman2227]

Sir I don’t think I’m a racist but I disagree with you, the military is a tough place and stuff happens and people say stupid stuff. It’s not uncommon for some guy to say stupid stuff and maybe it was taken out of context, there are people out there who say stupid stuff and think it’s funny when it clearly is not. So he was either racist or just made a really bad joke and it was taken the wrong way. But either way the military is not racist nor is our country racist, our country simply has an issue where both the police forces of our country and the rioters across the nation are doing bad stuff and both sides are wrong. The rioters are wrong for vandalizing businesses and stealing stuff as well as many other things, the police forces are wrong because there are a lot of bad cops out there who are as bad as the people they are paid to protect us from. Personally I don’t see this as a race thing I see it as right against wrong, I think we are all Americans and we are all humans of equal value. God created us all differently but overall we are the same and we are all Americans and humans, we shouldn’t treat each other bad or judge others for their skin color or something else. I think that the race card is played all the time by the big media like CNN, MSNBC and other news organizations and honestly it does nothing but hurt everyone in the end, because in the end we are more divided then we are united as a country. Just wanted to share my opinion but Thankyou for your service.

[@Jabarikjay]

thank you for sharing yours. The military in itself isn’t racist at all, it’s a few bad seeds within our organization that messes things up. I pray things get better in the US.

[@nosociallifeman2227]

JabarikJay Thankyou, I’m applying to 9-10 universities next summer and will be going to the army ROTC program and joining the army through ROTC. I also come from an Army family with both parents have been and currently being service members. So I personally know and have lots of insight into the army as I have grown up around it my whole life. Once again Thankyou for your service sir and have a great day.

[@ACORNyMOFO]

He said racism is in the military. Not that it's racist or practices racism itself.

[@bbblader911]

Edit: You are misguided! I’ve witnessed this discrimination. You can’t tell me there isn’t racism in the military. They just not as bold as they would be if they were civilians. There are certain things you shouldn’t do or say. Maybe he didn’t mean anything of it, but that’s why we are doing this movement in our country right now it’s to make it aware. So this shit can stop in the future.

[@shannonbaker273]

There is definitely racism in the military. I experienced it when i was on active duty back in the mid 90s.

[@frankzheng5286]

That’s why we have to be more aware of what’s going on around us. You have to have self awareness in every situation. Realize were you stand in every situation

[@Jabarikjay]

Agreed

[@frankzheng5286]

Negative counseling ? Aren't they suppose to find a solution and not bring you into,the office and punish you

[@gamerking5282]

Negative counseling ? Aren't they suppose to find a solution and not bring you into,the office and punish you

[@Jabarikjay]

Gamer King there could’ve been multiple different solutions but sometimes people just don’t care