Black murder is normal | Michael Smith | TEDxJacksonville

This talk was given at a local TEDx event, produced independently of the TED Conferences. In this Talk, Pastor Michael T. Smith argues that the “normalcy” of black murder is engrained in our American culture. Indeed, the idea that a black American would be involved in a homicide-either as perpetrator or victim-is so broadly accepted as to be largely unnoticed.
Smith exposes the racism that underlies the appalling lack of outrage at high death rates in the black community, and highlights the hypocrisy of a society that glamorizes violence, but ignores its victims. “It doesn’t take action to keep racism going,” Smith observes, “it takes inaction.”
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[@brpadington]

When rap started it was about bettering yourself and fighting the corrupted power. Then all of a sudden it was all about being drug dealers and murderers.

[@hermanhitt5055]

That Had To Change. A Positive Message Is Not Allowed,And The Powers Of This World Don't Profit From It. FACTS.

[@naywills5345]

Crimson Ghost they took rap from us and turned it on us

[@tl6752]

Nay Wills exactly right!

[@hwknswltr]

West coast "gangsta" rap changed the game... and we cheered

[@MrColdwilliam]

And now we're at being drug addicts and victims.

[@tshehlapotjo3936]

I am lost for words, 500yrs of struggle and he's the one brave enough from the other side to stand out and told the truth in just under 20 minutes, Michael Smith I can feel the shake of your voice as you speak from the heart...MICHAEL SMITH you are one in a million!!! speaking from South Africa.

[@michaeljacocks9450]

I applaud your comments and am glad to be the 1st person to "like" it. "500" years vs. 400 years has global significance.

[@sephiwejoycesithole6118]

Indeed 🙌🇿🇦.

[@rickardhelde5004]

@@michaeljacocks9450 Please elaborate! Genuinely curious, not looking to argue.

[@homodeus8713]

Africans being murdered in South Africa because South Africans consider them African 💔

[@darrickmalloy6909]

Brave indeed. But not the first.respect!

[@normanfreeman6191]

This is one of the best TED TALKS I’ve ever heard. I can’t believe this was 6 years ago and it’s seems that the things have gotten worse instead of better.

[@jwthompson84]

Very good speaker... May God bless him.

[@NorthumberlandEye]

Another year passed and guess what, yep it’s worse again

[@bills1995vette]

Its 2024 and, especially in big liberal cities, have gotten worse.

[@markmorizio3525]

​@@bills1995vette Democrat run.

[@kennethwilliams7697]

I'm honored to call this man my personal friend and brother in ministry. This is a message that every person needs to hear.

[@loveoutofraces]

Really glad to hear that 🤗

[@songbirdlallen]

Grateful but our own people need to be putting this message out there and make it just as viral as the protests against police killing our people.

[@babakzad]

"I shot a man in Reno, just to watch him die." "It's time to put something between me and the sun / When the talking is over it's time to get a gun," "Mr. Saturday night special Got a barrel that's blue and cold Ain't good for nothin But put a man six feet in a hole" 'Gunpowder and Lead' "I might have hung up my shotgun / But I didn't put it up so high / That I can't reach up and get it back down / If you give me a reason why," "I'm gonna tell you once and listen, son / As long as I'm alive and breathing / You wont take my guns," These are country music songs by white people....

[@DarthVader1977]

@@songbirdlallen How's the shooting spree in Chicago going this year?

[@math4life95]

@@babakzad The exception doesn't make the rule.

[@heartstrings110]

It’s 2023. Why am I just now seeing this? Heart wrenching and convicting. Like and share this video in hopes that the algorithms can’t keep it from going viral. This is a message everyone needs to hear. Thank you, Minister Mike.

[@squarebidnezz4524]

March 17th 2023 for me

[@dqdunson6375]

March 28th 2023

[@The_hidden-Life]

14th dec for me

[@shabazz120]

This should be viral NOW! regardless of how old it is. It's still relevant.

[@newera5238]

Real talk!

[@derrickwilliaams6288]

“THEY” won’t let it go VIRAL you heard him, this ain’t killing or harming so it don’t fit the agenda

[@michelej9496]

@@newera5238their help isn't required, the thing is if it wasn't for the support of consumers they wouldn't have made a dime.

[@debmac2790]

That's because nothing has changed in this worry. Such shame for those who fall into this category.

[@purpp-esque1711]

"It doesn't take action to keep racism going, it takes inaction"

[@MoLassessss]

This should have 100 million views.

[@martymarl4602]

7 Billion

[@theonewhoknows9615]

Nope, 8 billion 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@adrien1623]

Considering this form of music has reached every single culture today I’d say it needs to reach even more

[@su-enaahleebeautifulcontra3617]

Who else seen this in their recommendations in 2019?

[@fantabidoze]

@Enaah the Great - me too 👍🏿

[@gmixmag]

I'm happy it did, this is deep.

[@sojournerbliss7015]

Yeah, it was a recommended video just now, that's how I came to it, but I'm sure it has to do with what other videos I tend to watch.

[@jpull]

This has been coming up for a week on my recommended videos. I’m glad I watched it.

[@fantabidoze]

This guy is very intelligent and has courage to address such an emotive subject , He has made some very true points that need to be heard ...

[@joshuakurian4827]

This is one of the fastest, hardest hitting, accurate, convincing, and soul wrenching TED talks out there.

[@IcemanJuice]

Hands down It is.

[@bigbangb3tty365]

No still blame game bs.

[@NoMasterz518]

@@bigbangb3tty365 🤫

[@bigbro8817]

@@bigbangb3tty365 feel better about yourself yet??

[@bigbangb3tty365]

@@bigbro8817 you feel like you said something? you didn't. Someone triggered

[@briaunahinds6092]

Mike said a mouthfull!!!! & I'm glad he did. May the Lord God continue to bless him and keep him safe ♥️✨

[@Holistretch]

This is what anti-racism looks like. Well done. 👏🏼

[@AmAfrican]

Say it louder for those hard of hearing.

[@atmafricantruemoorsmedia9939]

Whos seeing this for 2020?

[@frednel4326]

Yes lol..verry late but still valid..covid lockdown teaches much hehe 👍😉

[@BigPhatBandGeek]

Right here for it. Almost moved me to tears

[@joshuablake7961]

Me

[@KDH-br6hy]

Yeah

[@cabindweller8454]

Not enough of us.

[@eduardsragze2496]

The morale of the story: don’t consume products that makes people worse

[@alexguerrier9363]

Bingo

[@theonewhoknows62]

Well said!

[@rrun2life]

In small part yes. Also to take drastic action against it bc as he said racism is the quiet inaction. Its to simply do nothing and not help

[@Tenchu_87]

@@rrun2life how can anyone help a person who won't help themselves?

[@TheMikalis1]

@@Tenchu_87 easy to judge from a privileged standpoint.

[@Findaway2day]

This is a message needed to be heard. He's not blaming the victim, but did an excellent job explaining why you're a victim.

[@TreyFontenet]

Yeah but its as simple as dont shoot another person over scuffed jordans. That principle doesn't need a Ted Talk.

[@Findaway2day]

​​@@TreyFontenet it does when the conditioning is in profits. Remember money talks and it talks to anyone listening. In other words, these kinds of deaths couldn't happen if no market was created to encourage the deaths. Pull back the money and watch the deaths decrease.

[@wendycampbell1949]

A real servant of the Creator. Keep up the good work Brother.

[@luisvelez5695]

Only whites will go to the white haven

[@craftpaint1644]

The whole "get rich or die trying," "any means necessary," determination mixed with a generous emphasis on fake manhood was so pervasive that movies capitalized on it.

[@tnongaming7057]

Yea...but it's like their using movies and music that certain percentage of race of people associate with to characterize the entire race....of people

[@svaz2006]

In a capitalist system companies make what ppl buy, ppl don't buy a thing just because companies make it.

[@jimsteinway695]

Yea real life is about raising family, and bringing up children with values. Today we put that on everyone else. But fathers and mothers need to be together when raising these children. The data is overwhelming in favor of two parents raising children successfully better than one. Those kids have a much better chance at EVERYTHING

[@andrewdods2236]

@@tnongaming7057 they’re

[@andrewdods2236]

@@svaz2006 Yes they do; it’s called marketing via advertising .. create the demand and the product will sell

[@tmcdowell7977]

This needs more views. Kids are being brainwashed.

[@someoneyoudontknow3140]

While I really enjoyed the talk, and he makes a great case about advertising/brainwashing. I also do think it's just a small piece of the puzzle.

[@tmcdowell7977]

@Gnixousk it does

[@petec5935]

yes they are, by liberal democrats for profit

[@kevinreilley9400]

Yes kids are being brainwashed by this video. What a ridiculous narrative - blaming the problems of one community on another. Shame.

[@rudystraight1750]

So are u by working for and paying taxes to a rigged system and voting for criminals who put a fake show for the masses

[@justinmoore5096]

When you know something is wrong but can't put your finger on it, someone explains it so articulately, and it all makes sense.

[@tomjackson1661]

Yes yes, it’s like blaming your mommy for your robbing a bank.

[@opinionatorX]

This is too powerful. For everyone that sees this video and have been moved by it needs to link this on all of your social media platforms. Can't be afraid of what people may think. Change can never happen with fear.

[@jeremyhart557]

White Mike is a real dude we need more ppl like him

[@Thegoldenchild415]

Indeed he his... 💯

[@voiceofwisdom3408]

But on an individual level, what can I do? On an individual level, the best I can do is get myself and my family out of the danger zone. Thus we have white flight.

[@ucanthandledatruth01]

He's not a psychopath like the majority that look like him.

[@jimmiranda7181]

He has wisdom.

[@MrEmanwon]

Sayit AsItIs Love has responsibility

[@rolexshadow]

I’m seeing this for first time in 2019 and Mike if I could have met u in person I just would say thank you for showing some light on the sensitive issue.

[@Manje11]

Maybe do better in your household, you wouldn't need White Mike to show you some light.

[@justint4892]

@@Manje11 that has nothing to do with his interaction.

[@lisamaples2]

Denver Downer I just seen it last week IG, on Tyrese page and it’s 2020. He spoke facts not fiction that’s for sure.

[@zackturney3903]

I agree

[@loveamerica3426]

@@Manje11 we ALL need to do better. Why make assumptions about that man, he made a positive statement but you assume the worst of him. Why?

[@pink-tulip317]

👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾This is probably the best, most important, anti-racism, Ted Talk that I've ever listened to. I wish that there were more people like "White Mike" to spread the message, and even more people, to take heed to it...Especially, being from Jacksonville myself. This not only needs to be known nationwide, but also worldwide.🙏🏾❤️

[@SurfaceWarfare007]

Nowadays they would consider this CRT teaching white kids to feel guilty about being white and to hate America........smh. I live in Jacksonville and since this Ted talk it has gotten worse.

[@pink-tulip317]

@@SurfaceWarfare007 that's so true, and all it is is informative information, that everyone of all races need to hear. Unfortunately, Jacksonville has always been a place that has had a lot going on, and a Ted Talk or much of anything else will change that fact, or make it any better😔

[@bonnitaanderson470]

Wow, thank you Minister Michael Smith. This is sad but true. You presented it well and I wish you were given more time. This was the best Ted Talk that is still relevant even in the year 2022. Thank you for the love for all of Gods people. Jesus died on the cross for all people. All lives matter.

[@chickenkurry6451]

Crazy how this is the most underrated video they put out...

[@ish562]

That further proves his point...

[@Rootword7]

LOOKING Who controls it?

[@SuperMiIk]

@@Rootword7 the algorithm

[@charlesmodisette9838]

@LOOKING i9u88888

[@supersexysound763]

@@Rootword7 THEY do!

[@NYs9thwonder]

This lecture is even more necessary now than ever. Scary how he could give this same exact speech today in 2020, and not miss a beat.

[@JBra1382]

Because protesters are protesting the wrong things.

[@JBra1382]

That’s why it is still revelant. Nothing has changed in Culture

[@Tenchu_87]

@Original Entity how is that wrong? Taking responsibility for your own actiins?

[@lionheart4529]

@@JBra1382 you mean the paid agents, actors, and actresses?

[@lionheart4529]

@SVS they need to start with you by getting you out the way first.

[@scuderiazane4723]

Interesting video!!! As blacks we have to take responsibility to NOT produce/consume art and music that degrades our communities.

[@canadianbc7789]

You are right

[@Knowthyledge]

This is facts, thing is it starts with thr😢yputh! Most of our youth are LOST! By design of course..

[@tedhbell]

I heard this before, but it seems like it gets more relevant as time goes on, simply because the change has not come. This needs to be heard by everyone.

[@26michaeluk]

Agreed. It's def more relevant now.

[@TreyFontenet]

You know if the issue is causing this narrative to be more and more relevant then its safe to say that its increasingly irrelevant due to no call to action or curbing the status quo. Sometimes its better to just put the blame on who it all hangs on. And unfortunately, we live in a country where we beat around the bush and make a 1000 apologies feigning the implications of the teuth of the matter.

[@amessenger3208]

"My people perish for lack of knowledge." Hosea 4:6

[@sharonrevelle1858]

I agree 💯

[@jdub7771]

Kan!

[@vilecrocodile9171]

Curse of Cain

[@artimussantiago4779]

@@dntansrqs1341 IQ s been debunked try something else Nneanderthal

[@perrystuart8035]

@@artimussantiago4779 Remember the nobel prize winner that lost his prize for saying there IS a difference in IQ in race? Now why would he say that just to say it?

[@TheMABExperience]

I like that he holds everyone accountable for this. 👂🏾💯💪🏾

[@nicholasbestevaar6064]

Marcus A. Brown Including himself.

[@theonewhoknows62]

Yes, including himself.

[@rogerwelsh2335]

Why should “everyone” be accountable?

[@MicsDown2Nonsense]

💪💕❤️❤️❤️

[@gypsyshot5225]

yeah hes not, he's deliberately conflating white people with Jewish people

[@teresabarnett8138]

Thank you Pastor Michael Smith! You never fail to speak the truth and draw us in when you do!!! God Bless you!!!

[@TheLegenDacster]

WOW. That was an other worldly speech. Bravo Michael Smith and thanks TED for allowing him the opportunity. Listen to him America, whether you're religious or not!

[@dollface3005]

How come I'm only seeing this now? It's been 5 years since it was uploaded. This is powerful.

[@dmcl7717]

@Dr Deuteron no it's cause it's getting watched more cause of recent events, not everything is a conspiracy theory

[@beastmerc84]

They shadow ban things like this. It's rarely recommended.

[@rogerhill3984]

It’s an uncomfortable truth.

[@therapist_with_the_glasses4649]

This was my pastor. We did a silence protest during this time against clear channel. He did a research project called "Air Quality"

[@LeLu-555]

@@therapist_with_the_glasses4649 is there a link or something?

[@cristaltucker513]

Damn. I don't know what I was expecting but it sure wasn't that. Everyone in America needs to hear this.

[@thegospelofthegraceofchris7005]

How comes I'm only seeing this now?

[@ampleoloruntogbe1434]

Girl my brain first processed your name as Carlson Tucker from Fox news 😂

[@BJ-hm8xk]

Reminds me of the boondocks episode Ngga Moments "this is a perfectly good opportunity to throw your life away!"

[@michaeljacocks9450]

👏🏽 If I could rate this talk by applause, I would give it a standing ovation! People of faith speak truth to power.

[@adtxchannel5474]

Self hatred is taught.

[@ERICA1288]

ADTX Channel “The only way to deal with an unfree world is to become so absolutely free that your very existence is an act of rebellion”. Albert Camus. This is built not on the sand of opinion but the bedrock of reality. Who developed the lesson plan? The “Projects” have that name as housing based on the study “project” of rats contained in confined quarters with limited resources. The results were so affective that they quickly built the housing system known as “Projects”. We have been studied for destruction and steered towards self-destruction the same way the illusion of wonder and greatness has been pulled over the eyes of white people. All waking up to the cost of buying into an illusion will be devastating.

[@iceg6621]

ADTX Channel I love who I am, that's my own choice, anyone can choose to hate themselves if they want and anyways most people reject what they're taught.

[@wolverinelogan9430]

The blood of the innocent will be answered.

[@chinaexpat1827]

BY BLACKS THEMSELVES. I TAUGHT IN THE HOOD. KENYAN,/ NIGERIAN KIDS, NO PROBLEM.

[@jcvr732]

Taught by who

[@dexterjacobs4327]

Imagine this was 5 years ago to date ..what a world we living in .

[@Iamchiemeka]

Until we raise our voices and tell those rappers (and the companies behind) that we would not keep tolerate nor entertain their criminal and hyper sexualized lyrics anymore.

[@chrisjames6018]

This was posted 5 years ago .n

[@randydiebold325]

Once we realized everyone is responsible and things can get better. Using scapegoats never solves the problem. This was a great talk except when he said "We" he and pointed at his skin. "We" should have included everyone. We all need to take responsibility and work together and stop devisiveness.

[@DarthVader1977]

we're* living in.

[@dawalah]

I’m grateful to have had this experience…we don’t have to leave this world without making changes

[@markmonday1242]

This was incredible. Thank you Pastor Michael Smith for spitting fire & wisdom.

[@piolin23iq]

“Who ever controls the media controls the mind” -Jim Morrison

[@piolin23iq]

mark white and those who don’t wanna recognize. Too.

[@huthckr]

mark white Do you feel that thought is original Mark? Lol Your mind is not free from influence.

[@aaronrechtenbach4736]

The left does.

[@curtr.5792]

@mark white Jim Morrison was far from weak. He woke people up.

[@greenshield1]

I see Che as your icon, do you admire him?

[@perseverance47]

Bless you, my brother. Your authenticity, and honesty are extremely rare. Keep sharing. Fist bump!

[@RaquelAlfacinha]

Because unfortunately people are afraid to tell truths these days.. 😕 And this is valid in everything..

[@MagicalAngie]

I wish we could sit down and have a conversation now, 7 years later. I'm about your age, I fully agree with you. What else can we do now in 2023?

[@nathan4vice]

Commenting for the algorithm. More people need to see this.

[@Blackdove0421]

I'm glad I listened past the first minute because I became pissed, then I said let me listen and I'm happy I did so!

[@9x5nefarious]

I tweaked on my buddy for sending it. Sent at least 8 defensive messages within the first 3 minutes 😥

[@anelisajustanelisa236]

Same. I was almost tuned off after the first 30 seconds but I thought let me give this guy a chance and I'm glad I did

[@memphistiger4647]

@@anelisajustanelisa236 Glad I saw your comment. I was turned off by the title.

[@ElixirEcho]

I always skip the first 2 minutes

[@terrywilliams7949]

Same

[@mrblackhearted1]

He unpacked a lot in under 20min.

[@kkcamp02]

I know right.

[@stealthycinderhella]

TommyGivens I was skeptical but damn it if he didn’t kill it and then some

[@jaceh4942]

He's using that preacher-speak lol

[@DancingStringsGuitar]

He had only 20 minutes and I'm sure he knew from experience how to choose the speed for all he needed to say. Excellent speech.

[@EbonyAzoulay]

Sure did and I agree with everything he said cause it's Truth.

[@Jellisist]

How could this be slept on so hard this is malcolm x type potency damn

[@heightsfynest6023]

Chill 😂

[@arielringo2141]

I was not expecting this message, I honestly have no words to express how shook to the core I was by it!

[@shawncordell2767]

Did anyone else notice how this Ted talk is less popular than others? 🤔

[@TheRoQ7]

of course it is. no one wants to change this situation. meanwhile the song he referenced has 23,255,389 views

[@quickdepositz4809]

TheRoQ7 what song

[@stephonthomas9742]

Yo bro read my comment at the top

[@Carameldamour]

Then share it

[@MultiBillionHeir]

Bright Garinson how about this planet Is full of violent ppl. people of all nations kill.

[@adamvybes]

The algorithm doesnt seem to push this. Thats worrying. I urge ypu to share this talk if you read this comment. People need to hear this!!!

[@gwedielwch]

The algorithms seem to push sensationalism. And confrontation. You are right that this is very worrying.

[@rose.stewart5478]

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[@rose.stewart5478]

AMTRACK. GREY HOUND. HAD TO. GIVE. SEAT TO A WHITE. PERSON. ON AMTRACK. MADE TO TAKE SEAT IN. SOME I'M. 11 YR OLD. I'M. ON WAY. TO. SEATTLE. FROM. WICHITA KA.NS. I'M. QUIET. PROMISED. MY STEP DAD NOT TO. TALK

[@viquigayar9062]

Just boycott it. End of discussion.

[@jeanniejones8777]

We should make this video viral. If we all send this video to our contact list and they do the same we can do this.This is a way that we can make a difference. How many of you who are really tired of this narrative, will be willing to make this go viral? It isn't enough to have this info for yourself. I will check back to see if in fact I live in a country where the people are willing to stand up for change. Please add this video to your social media too.

[@chicagorillaz1741]

Thank you Michael Smith.

[@shenshen900]

Such low views, speaks volumes. This man is doing a great job!

[@chocolatedaisyunsilenced8317]

This is a harsh reality and many people in our nation are in denial. We need to build better relationships and have some tough conversations. Thank you fo sharing this.

[@kyleslades3067]

And here 5 years after this video, tensions worsen and truth is finally surfacing. This man is too far ahead for his time, and maybe many years to come, because we’ve still got a long way to go

[@TreyFontenet]

It's just a new way of shifting the blame from the criminals to their victims. Unfortunately, when this dilemma reaches critical mass the judgment often times can be blinding and void of humanity. Wearing down the compassionate leads to hopelessness and apathy. We are reaching that point. All these talks just sound like noise now. We just want it to stop.

[@Kween-xj3hn]

Brought tears to my eyes.....This was EVERYTHING!

[@justinmccleary423]

This man is spreading a very important word around and it really touches my heart to see someone fight so hard for another race

[@pcmicro1815]

Yeah they really need a white guy to fix them. It’s the only way!

[@sprinvntrdd]

What a wonderful soul. Good man of God. Walks the walk, talks the truth, makes no apology. Is not looking to be politically correct. God bless him, and keep him and his loved ones safe.

[@kzmla]

Your description reminds me of minister Louis Farrakhan.

[@ezcapeezmile3729]

I was skeptical when i saw the title. Out of anger i clicked on it. And out of appreciation and respect i teared after completing it.

[@warpnin3]

That kind of irritation makes us miss out on a lot of valuable things...

[@TheeInjun]

@@warpnin3 You've got that right. We need a little more civility and open mindedness in these times. It's been way too polarizing, and another Ted talker said it well: 'when you're talking, you're not fighting.'

[@theonewhoknows62]

Amen. And 5 yrs ago this was produced. So real today. It just showed in my recommendations. Uncanny.

[@ShoaibKhan-bz5qm]

@@TheeInjun Daryl Davies

[@tomjackson1661]

Ezcape Ezmile Well it does help if you can blame someone else.

[@DonaldMorton-ReManned]

Mike Smith is the absolute truth!!! Thank you for using your voice and your privilege to assist us in fighting this disease

[@ViezePoeperd]

*face-palm*

[@latonyamsummers1]

This message is incredible. I'm blown away. Was not expecting to hang on his every word.

[@chrisalan6476]

Wow, just wow. Every Trap & Rap artist, record label, and radio station perpetuating the narrative should take heed to this.

[@bobbypenz]

but there not because it's an agenda..

[@robertunderwood1011]

The media companies have heard this for years. Doesnt stop the target audience from buying so media knows its market and they are not gonna change.

[@sosophrank]

This guy just made me watch a video I had no intention of watching twice.

[@PTLV-xv3xs]

So true. Thank you for this talk.

[@tds6116]

Racism eventually is internalized to the point that you don't value your self, your race...your accomplishments. We're surrounded by messages that tell us we're "less than"...and believe it. I've fought to get my self value back for decades! It's hard.

[@jopturne]

Yea, I blame everyone else too for my inadequacies. It boosts my self-esteem.

[@gonzalez6073]

This needs more attention.

[@Rowarst]

Indeed. This should be thoughtfully and candidly studied and discussed. But in the current climate of reverse racism, just as in the preceding climate of direct racism, such study and discussion won't be allowed.

[@hermanhitt5055]

Exactly. No other Words need to be Spoken.

[@YariSoul3604]

flaco gordo Yes and we definitely know why Fox won’t show this. Probably because it’s too real for them and the truth hurts

[@MelloTreezTV]

“When you’re white and get invited to the cook out, but when you arrive it’s already a white boy there with a plate of smoked ribs and potato salad in his hand” - that’s White Mike....

[@robinjackson7540]

😂😂😂✊🏿

[@theblock2424]

Love it!

[@denzel9455]

That's why blacks can't come up so because he is spitting facts you wanna invite him directly lol

[@marcmoretti2502]

@dalphoN Israel I want to go the cookout, and maybe I'll bring some arancini to share with my brothers and sisters should they so graciously invite me

[@craiglatson4357]

Bro what a comment 😭😂😂

[@thaboedward4062]

Blessed to listen to this

[@ishmaelbutler9618]

I really enjoyed this message! Amen!💯🔥‼️

[@alyssajaliyah]

I love this man! He sees America how it really is and it is shown in his speech

[@T8lor]

Watching this from the UK and I appreciate this man telling it how it is. Facing the truth is one of the hardest things you can do.Rather than being offended and getting defensive, open your ears and listen . This treatment of ethnic minorities goes beyond police brutality. Its bigger than we realise and I fully agree that inaction will allow this cancer called Racism to spread.

[@derekjones8944]

Mr. Smith has addressed things that have needed to be addressed publicly for a long time. One of the nation's - if not the world's unsung heroes!

[@patrickpearson1665]

I've seen this numerous times on Facebook. I'm glad to see someone else that understands that our portrayal is not our faults.

[@gergolanyi1470]

This guy hit the nail on the head, I've always been talking about the acceptance of these lyrics in mainstream music while other controversial topics were frowned upon.

[@jmmartin7598]

White people are told to mind their own damn business

[@isaacscott1063]

Did you watch the entire video

[@BigTrees4ever]

@@isaacscott1063 you know you can comment before the videos over, right?

[@TheCensere]

The best TED talks to me are the uncomfortable ones to listen to.

[@andyramirez5367]

So true!

[@deejaye2647]

That's when one learns.

[@MiguelOnHellMusic]

🗣💯💯💯 Fr fr

[@fattyarbuckle5001]

If it makes you uncomfortable, it's valuable. This world won't be a better place via complacency.

[@daleearnhardt817]

That dead baby mama really asked a deep and disturbing question that I am still exploring ???????🤯

[@jahmahni8259]

Michael Smith you've earned my respect

[@mrsmm1483]

I'm very very late but all I heard is 100% accurate.

[@jojodancer1743]

My man called Rick Ross a modern day Mammy Two Shoes. I may be laughing for weeks because of this.

[@supremeelbey105]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@chatty2164]

Hilarious haha

[@jonesfredrick94]

Screw laughter we need to help our people

[@jojodancer1743]

@@jonesfredrick94 Yo no disrespect son but is that you in that music video on your channel? Because if you have a problem with people laughing then you shouldn't be dropping joints like that.

[@supremeelbey105]

@@jonesfredrick94 Some of them don't want to be helped and thats just the factz. Help those who help themselves.

[@shamgar5573]

this was SO REAL! Really applaud the minister

[@letthetruthbetold5602]

He grow up around us therefore he understood us so with that being said he can be open about telling the truth he is not guilty of anything so his free to express hisself. When they keep us divided we will not speak up for each other because we don’t know each other.

[@ceepeat4732]

I come back to this video often. This is what needs to be shared

[@princeekeson12]

"They say that it's the white man I should fear, but it's my own kind doing all the killing here." -Tupac Shakur Edit: He and Tommy Sotomayor should talk.

[@papiparsons9045]

White Mike is full of white guilt isn't he.

[@morwaze]

@@papiparsons9045 no. He's telling the truth. White record execs are behind this. Get educated.

[@morwaze]

But don't stop there. Expound. Quite shallow to drop the mic at this point without explaining how we got here.

[@jknight9613]

@@morwaze *Jewish

[@darrylcarlton1166]

WAT U DON'T UNDERSTAND IS THE INFLUENCE OF THE UNSEEN HAND.

[@SuperXrunner]

wow. I never thought I'd hear a speach like this from a white man. But I'm grateful for it.

[@angel777b4]

He said but I’m grateful 🤣🤦🏾‍♂️🤦🏾‍♀️

[@MamaTreNiner]

All true allies are Greatly Appreciated... RESPECT!!!✊🏿✊🏽✊️✊🏻💯🎯

[@New_Beginnings-zu2ns]

Watch this a few years back, now I'm here again in 2023 ❤

[@sanyuregina9680]

Here after George Froyd death.. YT recommended this too and glad they did

[@nahidsyyed906]

Just stumbled by this video n am in awe!

[@t.f.3305]

Damn skippy

[@aadamhughes]

Same

[@kingjonesda1st4]

I understand you sister but I still dont like this video. He politely saying these statistics, then sliding the clumsy white people joke in. Its true but it's not grabbing me the right way.

[@crazyvoice12]

@@kingjonesda1st4 Did you watch the entire video

[@andream385]

Wow this is so underrated.

[@TreyFontenet]

Its overrated. Its just a new way to shift the blame from blacks to whites. Its all so tiresome

[@BravoFourTactical]

Always someone else’s fault. Until the actual problem is addressed change will never take place.

[@ProfUPS]

yep...

[@jemmyneutron7934]

It is though spiritual mental and visual warfare are real.

[@rolandgonzales3343]

This dude was way ahead on communication on this point. 2021

[@perrinpartee557]

It went from portraying life in the hood and the harsh realities to glorifying it and making it a fantasy. There’s still a beautiful underground scene of “conscious” hip Hop but you don’t hear it on the radio much...

[@kojothaguru]

What’s messed up about the conscious scene is how white the audiences are. These artists aren’t having the right people hear their message

[@dylandolbyvlogs]

This is one of the few Tedx talks that I was able to watch all the way through. I am a white, middle class male who can't truly identify with the struggle of black americans. But I was raised in a mixed culture. I was raised in a pre-dominantly black area and all the things he talked about, I've seen first hand. I wish we could start seeing each other as people, and ignore race. We have a long way to go

[@eveheart2876]

The video is intriguing....informative.

[@eveheart2876]

Racism is a sickness. Smh. I live in Canada and experience it. Sometimes have to ignored.

[@eveheart2876]

The system is corrupted due to back in the days slavery . Blacks are still being mistreated

[@eveheart2876]

Think of what's ironic , when it comes to negative image of blacks is always propaganda. That's how messed up society is. I love the details of this video.

[@jayra7142]

dylan... could you by chance be talking about mike white's ted talk?? kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z3XbeX9onpiWkNE

[@keehn20]

This was wonderful. I’m so thankful I got to see this.

[@worlddutchie]

I just watched this. And didn't realize I was from 5 years ago. This man is a visionary. Thanks for bringing this to the attention

[@muvs32pap]

Manufacturing Consent is more than just big business /big money, it is lethal and sickens the society in whole.

[@grannyali6567]

e michael jones

[@BigBodyBiggolo]

He called Rick Ross a modern day mammi two shoes 😂😂

[@TeKeyaKrystal]

points were made

[@MrSwaggonten]

One of the realist comments he made, sent chills through me.

[@timmikaatel8363]

@DYING# PATRIOT Bro, I like Ross, but it was easy to see that rick ross was and is a minstrel act.

[@timmikaatel8363]

@DYING# PATRIOT Minstrel refers to the portrayal of negative stereotypes of blacks. Most rappers embody just that... All the negative stereotypes. Makes us look like murderers, drug dealers, pimps n hoes... And they get paid to portray us badly. Ross doesn't even see how he reaffirms the negative, it at least I hope he doesn't see. It would be sad to know that he is doing it on purpose, which some rappers do. Anyway... Not Gon bash Rick Ross too much. Just saying that active negative portrayal equals Minstrel. Hopefully have no errors in the text... But if I do, chalk it up to the tiny bit of Minstrel in me. Lol

[@abuismaeal3311]

@@timmikaatel8363 thank you for the truth because it is true....and the sad part is most of them know very well what they are doing.

[@bentback1]

I have to say that was one of the best Ted sessions I have ever seen and heard. Thank You

[@darkstrike055]

This was powerful. Today we attack cops and individuals for their bias and prejudice but ignore songs like WAP that normalizes the violent and sexualized stereotypes. Call out prejuduce and discrimination by all means, but we as a people need to hold media and companies accountable to what they create and associate with.

[@MicsDown2Nonsense]

💕❤️❤️❤️⭐⭐⭐

[@SerayaChuchi]

Five years later and its the best message I have heard so real and holds everyone accountable.

[@jacquelynhorton373]

Many of us know this. There are a lot of us who are trying to change how we have become use to celebrating this culture. But, people have the desire to choose.

[@icutoffmyleftwing7190]

They have the right to choose, but they need a different road to look down with different choices and lessons. How can we make that happen? What can we do? We should ask our leaders that exact question. How can these kids grow up different? Support from EVERYONE in the community. Love is stronger than hate and it takes alot less energy, and honestly it feels alot better. I love everyone. I'm a weirdo.

[@jockellis]

Two roads diverged in a yellow wood... Robert Frost’s poem about choices has never been so topical. First graders should be exposed to it and a great deal of time spent discussing this topic. Same for second, third...college senior year.

[@MicsDown2Nonsense]

@@icutoffmyleftwing7190 ⭐💪💪💪💕💕💕

[@MicsDown2Nonsense]

@@jockellis ❤️⭐⭐⭐

[@DTAEXPERIENCE]

My question is Why in 7 years does this video Only Have 1.7 million Views 🤔 That alone Speaks Volumes regarding sensorship aka digital suppression. This video should have been viewed a Billion Times already .... Word!

[@speedpros]

Great speech and he is absolutely 💯% on point