Why All Lives Matter Is Stupid

[@MissEloiseu]

"All lives matter Black lives are lives Therefore black lives matter" When does it say that other lives don't matter???

[@F.udemin]

When you say "All lives matter." in response to "Black lives matter." you're essentially saying "You're already equal so stop crying, you baby." which a lot of African-Americans see as a false statement.

[@MissEloiseu]

+mark groop it is a false statement

[@MissEloiseu]

+mark groop I'm white and I see it as wrong, look at the statistics, they don't lie

[@TheNotAdam]

QED

[@MissEloiseu]

Saying black lives matter does not mean other races don't matter!

[@saturntroupe]

Thank you for being woke 👊🏾 Not a lot of youtubers are speaking about this issue, so I'm glad that you are. Anyway, Story time: I'm a nail artist on ig and I was swatching polish and put black lives matter in my caption. The indie maker who made said polish reposted my photo and took out my entire caption that included black lives matter at the end of it. And when I confronted her about it she acted like she did nothing wrong. 🙄 So the next time I see someone who says 'all lives matter' I'm going to show them this video. So I won't have to waste my time arguing with them

[@tyroneonphone]

I fuckin love how RJ speaks, how he acts as a moderator of sorts. he doesn't get angry or aggressive, even with subjects that merit it like this one. I need to learn to argue my point like that. completely awesome and helpful when trying to educate others.

[@Ale-rq1nz]

the starving children is such an accurate example to represent this issue

[@TigerPrawn_]

I think this is the best explanation of black lives matter that I've heard. Very good.

[@lwst1988]

Only in a failing society would people criticize a phrase promoting equality and the importance of all human beings.

[@TheNotAdam]

+John Lewis Well then, you better pack your stuff and move to some remote cabin in the middle of nowhere...

[@lwst1988]

TheNotAdam Living off the grid isn't a bad idea at all.

[@thegamedetective1877]

It doesnt promote equality. It undermines the difficulties faced by people due to the colour of their skin, which white people pretty much never deal with. In order to achieve equality, there has to be a focus on the group being treated worse.

[@dannyduncan6986]

The Game Detective stfu

[@thegamedetective1877]

Mason Buras well tell me why im wrong first

[@AngelicMouseGirl]

"If all lives really did matter, we wouldn't be having this discussion in the first place, would we?"- THIS statement right here. I have never wanted to scream something everywhere, as much as this point. I think it really nails the issue in one question. Great video RJ!

[@ladyboywonder9139]

If all lives matter we wouldn’t have a police force that ran around fucking killing people in the first place The police are supposed to do one thing: police! The job title isn’t “police and executioner“

[@korraviking7036]

AngelicMouseGirl yeah but snowflakes cry over anything so they just start dumb shit like this is is no point I black lives matter that is why all lives matter is obvious oily better

[@ladyboywonder9139]

Anime drawer first of all you make no sense but second of all more whites are killed in America every year than blacks ! LOOK IT UP And now look up this Police are more likely to shoot an unarmed white man than an armed black man I would love to ask: “What the hell is wrong with people these days “ but the answer is the media

[@ladyboywonder9139]

Anime drawer well , that’s what ALL means but ... when you have to name “ including this or that “ sounds a little different Anyway stay groovy baby

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[@massimolunardon4159]

The ankle example really clarified the whole matter for me, thanks RJ

[@eethry]

Yeah forget about the justice and social implications of this video, let's concentrate on how RJ is delivering all types of slayage for the gods.

[@wintersyixx]

The moment when the world has to discuss or debate whose lives matter the most, it shows how regressed our society has been. If the world shows compassion, non-discrimination and equal to all, we wouldn't have reach this pensive stage of life.

[@diresalope]

Well, not exactly. I like the utopia you're going for but it's not that simple! No one is saying that Black lives matter *more*, we're just saying that they MATTER. That it's not okay to murder, torture and maim Black people without consequences (seriously, Google the officers who killed any of the most notable names over the past couple of years and see how many of them faced criminal charges, jail, etc...) The attitude of "colour blindness", or "equality" for all overlooks that each cultural and racial group in North America has a different history ; we all ended up here for different reasons and under different circumstances and were/are treated differently by White America at various stages in our histories here. It's like expecting gender equality without understanding that while men and women can accomplish the same things we may need slightly different tools to get there. I *wish* it was a simple as respecting one another but sadly racial inequalities built this country and has solidified centuries worth of differences, mistrust, poverty, miss-education and a whole slew of other nastiness that can on;y be fixed with open dialogue/government policy and a commitment to an improved future.

[@TheNotAdam]

Okay that sounds pretty and all but that doesn't really help the situation much. Sure, it's regrettable that the situation even calls for statements like this, but the situation isn't going to improve until we do something.

[@wintersyixx]

+rsss I agree what you have to say. But if you look at a critical lens of angle, all of these lie within the fundamental upbringing of moral senses in our society. Everything has to back to basic to understand each other, in fact this is the foundation we are looking for growing up to this world. Unfortunately, political agenda and certain religions these days have misshapen the world to believe that one particular group (race/ orientation/ social status) has a higher form of social hierarchy over the others which, by right shouldn't be the case. I just could not stand how ignorant people can be to have such attitude thinking discrimination is a "ok" things to do. It does not revolve only black lives, matter of fact, it happens to a lot of groups, for instance.. Indigenous lives, poverty group, LGBTQ+ group and groups that have been discriminated long time to ago. That's why as for me, instead of saying whose lives matter, I'd prefer to say "Stop discriminations and be less ignorant"

[@wintersyixx]

+TheNotAdam Very true. We may have opinions but the underlying solution is to do something to improve in this circumstances. Life isn't always rainbow and unicorn (although I secretly wish), however it is us that have to step up our game, that's why we are encouraging people to get involved in humanitarian social group and lgbtq+ to strengthen and understand each other better to avoid prejudism and all those unnecessary hates. RJ, keep coming up with all these interesting videos and rmb to update your shep689 channel lols..

[@MegaFun000]

Thank you once again RJ for using your platform in attempts to educate the masses.

[@DeaXi69]

I can smell the aroma of a fine roast from all the way here. Well said Matthew!

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[@BW-ql5uu]

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[@themohammed2623]

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[@f6yn1001]

All FLoors MATTER!

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[@CallMeMargo]

I am so ashamed of the fact I used to agree with the statement "all lives matter". If I could go back in time and smack myself for doing anything, this would be it. To all black people, I sincerely apologize. Even if I was a child at the time and didn't understand it, that doesn't excuse what I said.

[@artuniverse2117]

CallMeMargo you are forgiven

[@CallMeMargo]

Thank you so much that's overwhelmingly kind of you to say

[@CancelTeenTitansGO]

ok #nolivesmatter

[@SkullPrism]

What do you guys think of Egalitarianism vs Feminism? Do you think it's comparable to All Lives Matter vs Black Lives Matter?

[@logictruth1]

not necessarilly. they essentially COULD mean the same thing just like blm and alm BUT and thats a big BUT you have to look at what they represent from the supporters perspective. As I understood egalitarianism is the new term for feminism after the term feminism has gained negative stigma due to its more extreme members. An Egalitarian is essentially one who wants equality for everyone and not just for a specific group. This in turn means two things. He is less likely to be biased towards one side or the other because he doesn't concentrate on just one. But he is also less likely to participate in activism which in turn means he is less likely to help bring change about. I personally am just speculating because I have no personal experience with either side and don't really care either way so don't quote me on this. But like I said one thing you should take away is this: Judge a movement/ideology by the people instead of whats written on paper because the people are the ones having an impact, not their theory...

[@crazybingus3040]

This video needs to be shared to all the ignorant people who don’t understand what BLM means & what this movement is about. Thank you for making it!!! ❤️

[@mooganstooker2419]

We know what it means. Marxism.

[@nikki_urtrashkid219]

@@mooganstooker2419 stfu

[@77tubuck]

So "All lives matter" is going up to a man with a black lives matter sign and saying your sign is offensive. Dude that's called a straw man fallacy. All lives matter.

[@noxie4638]

Don't you mean, *Black lives matter?* :D

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[@skyatic7502]

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[@BW-ql5uu]

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[@martinrosenfeld3735]

Ding! Ding! Ding ! Ding! Ding! And the award goes to TheNotAdam for speaking sense and truth, and spitting straight fire!

[@azara.amarina]

the equivalent to the statement "All lives matter" is "Look on the bright side-- it's not happening to me!!"

[@charless.2549]

Wow! This is an amazing video and you make some excellent points! Thank you!

[@irrelevant283]

"help man, I was shot in three different places, I think I was hut in the lung" "we will only fix the lung" It's doesn't matter if blm doesnt say they only matter, id I said gay lives matter. Everyone would say "what about trans, what about lesbians, ect" The term blm does not include all, which is the point, black lives matter too is a better concept bc it's saying that theyre included to, black lives matter makes it seem like they're the only oppressed race, which is highly false

[@irrelevant283]

@FlickFlackAnimates lmfao then where in white lives matter does it not include blacks, if white people protested that shit id be so offensive n shit. And the blm community refuse to acknowledge that white people can be victims

[@irrelevant283]

@FlickFlackAnimates yeah that's true, but when someone is racist to a white person no one cares, thus proving that blm is one sided, if it wasn't biased they would have no problem when black people can be the enemy

[@arjunoncrack7560]

White people don’t face even a spec of the racism blacks face. Even as a brown person I haven’t faced nearly as much as racism as my black friends. Ur just dim

[@irrelevant283]

@@arjunoncrack7560 yep I'm dim. And your dimmer to think white people don't face racism, im not white, and yet I can see how a white person gets accused for things they haven't done "your ancestors owned slaves hundreds of years ago, even though you had nothing to do with that your accountable!!!"

[@LongLiveHIM666]

Thank you RJ as a AA I really appreciate you using your channel to speak on this issue. I now fear for my 3 year old nephew to grow up here in this society as he is a black male. Its heart breaking to have the thought that one of my friends or family member could be the next Philando Castile, or Tamir Rice.Thanks RJ, much love and respect.

[@deathman1687]

It's not something that applies to just "Black" lives. I've seen people that are darker than some Black people but they are not Black so we should stop saying Black as if it was a race. It's kinda like when people use the word feminism and say it's for equality and then forget that men are three times more likely to commit suicide and that the wage gap doesn't say that a woman is getting paid less in a specific job, it's just that they tend to have different jobs. Focusing only on African Americans or other colored people is pretty dumb. I'm Latino, or brown since we have to use colors, and I hate it when White people are thought as racists if they don't do something with Black lives matter. Does nobody remember Anastacio Hernandez Rojas?

[@misternightstar]

I feel like you either didn't watch the whole video or just didn't understand it. He pretty clearly states that all people deserve to be treated well, and then goes on to explain exactly how some are often not. What you've listed here are oft-repeated talking points designed to redirect our attention from the flaw in the system that favors a certain class of people. Namely rich, white, straight, christian males. If you're any of those, you've likely benefited from it many times in life, though you may not realize it, as we tend to have blindspots when it comes to privileges we've rarely had to live without. Yet some of us do it every day.

[@RJLiams]

+Misternightstar So why is it that white people are killed by police more than black people if the system specifically targets black people?

[@misternightstar]

Ricky Williams This is exactly one of those talking points I mentioned. There's more white people in the country, because they're the majority, so it shouldn't shock anyone that more are shot in terms of numbers, but that's not how you measure this. You go by percentages of each group, and the black community has an overwhelmingly larger percentage of its people victimized than whites. See, repeating "facts" like the one you just did is part of the problem. Because it convinces people that there isn't one when there clearly is. It's like walking outside and saying "We all know the sky is red" and hoping no one actually looks up. Sadly, some people don't.

[@deathman1687]

+misternightstar Saying some hashtag over and over again isn't going to help. I have dark skinned cousins and they are Latinos and they agree that it should be all lives matter because they are not African American but they have been affected because they have dark skin. So just because they have dark skin that is darker or equally as dark as many African Americans doesn't mean they should be called black or be represented as black we are all people that should be equal and it shouldn't have to be seen as "let's make these people less powerful" or "let's makes these people more powerful" it's should be that people are equal and make people smarter instead of dumber by swinging some stupid hashtag around on the internet when a lot of the government don't focus on trending hashtags on Twitter.

[@misternightstar]

Flabbymeat I'd respond to your comment, but I basically already made every point I needed to on the subject and, unlike some, I don't care for echo chamber conversation. Peace!

[@jeffinjeff5115]

Thank You Mr. Not Black Guy. As a Black Guy who has had no encounters with Da Po Lease, yet. I'm glad you did a video about this subject. I also like how you know what you're talking about. I knew/know there's smart people out there and it's nice to see someone who's not black that is sane and could proove good point. For as much dumb shit I seen earlier, today. This is the most meaningful.

[@koicheah9105]

But black people aren't the only ones hurt.

[@koicheah9105]

All analogies were saying that only black people were hurt, and that everyone else is fine.

[@christopheradler9028]

well when your race starts being disproportionately killed go ahead and make your movement until then whatever problems you have aren't the main focus.. stop bitching about "oh well I have problems too" Try dealing with them for 300+ years straight

[@koicheah9105]

They're not disproportionately killed. There's more whites kill by cops, and more cops killed by blacks.

[@koicheah9105]

Chris Flores You've dealt with problems for 300 years? I know people who've had problems even longer.

[@christopheradler9028]

Koi Cheah Do you not know that whites make up 77% of the population and blacks only make up 13% so when they're getting killed almost equally by the cops, even though whites are getting a killed a little bit more because there are way more whites, can you now see how disproportionate that is or are you just gonna deny it without any concrete evidence?

[@seankelley6941]

I think it would sound less controversial if the word "too" or "also" was added." _______ lives matter too." Saying it the current way does make idiots think one type of life I better and more important. Putting "too" makes it sound like 'hey, We matter also'. Which is who it supposed to be taken.

[@seankelley6941]

Made some typos bit you get it

[@Sheechiibii]

It doesn't help when they act like they think one type of life is better and more important either...

[@artuniverse2117]

Thank you!!! This is the point that people are not getting!!!

[@madanium]

I saw a post on tumblr that said "what if white people used to phrase all lives matter as a way to promote why we need to protect black lives" or something like that and I thought that was so important. It just intertwines with the fact that we need BLM because they matter just as much as all other lives. Also, RJ, that tank top looked fantastic and you could legitimately rock long hair.

[@Ken0604]

RJ the reason these people are being shot is because they are not doing what the officers tell them to do. Police have a very hard job to do and that is to protect everyone from danger. It's real simple if you follow directions from the officer do what he says then things will go better for you. Even if you have done nothing wrong do what they tell you. It can be worked out at the station or in court. You will not win if you fight the police. They will hurt you if you try to fight them or worse kill you. But lets take a look at the black men that have been shot. They have criminal records and are not model citizens. There are some really nice black people out there that never have a problem with the police. One is because they are not hanging out in high crime areas. They go to work and do just like everyone else does. I have worked in corrections the last 10 years and have come across some of the nicest black men around. They made a mistake and are doing their time. Then there are others that can't even stay out of trouble while they are locked up. They get people to try to bring drugs in all the time. The media tries to focus on the black men as being victims. If they can get black people pissed off they know they will act a fool. This gets them more ratings because not only do they have a story of the shooting now there are black people killing cops and other people. All people should put forth an effort to do better in life.

[@kenzay8983]

But do cops HAVE TO shoot AND KILL the people? the could just inable them to move or anything besides murder.

[@Ken0604]

They are trained to shot to kill. You don't understand these men are not people you want in your area. They are trying to kill the officer to get away. If you ever get a chance go to a maximum prison and meet some of these people. They have no problem raping you, robbing you or even killing you. They will kill your whole family if the mood strikes. They are gangsters who have nothing to live for. Most are drug dealers and users. I have worked in corrections for more then 10 years. Most of my time was spent dealing with inmates that are locked up 23 hours a day because they don't play nice with others.

[@Angielyrica]

The fuss in the media lately is because the black people actually have done with the officer asked them and still got shot... that's the subject that's going around lately.

[@atalkingshark5457]

+Ian Hamilton Which one?

[@Angielyrica]

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[@35mayocynthia]

if all lives matter why cant I say all lives matter ?

[@hermajestyceleste8526]

Imagine someone is saying save the amazonian rainforest you cannot answer no save all the rainforests even though we need to save all the rainforests

[@dat1ndnguy]

I'd so LOVE to see a video on Native issues. Can the Natives get some love!? ❤

[@TheNotAdam]

Absolutely! Talk about people who regularly get the shaft by their own government...

[@mooganstooker2419]

I think they're still busy scalping each other.

[@BW-ql5uu]

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[@sylodui]

Yeah

[@dat1ndnguy]

@@mooganstooker2419 🙄 stupid...it was the "colonizers" that started that whole mess. It was a bounty on our heads. Literally.

[@NaiiFluur]

To me both statements seem fairly uncontroversial, I really can't get agitated at either one.

[@jduchiha4656]

It's not a matter of getting agitated by "all lives matter" but rather the fact that people are using it to try and invalidate the black lives matter movement. It's true, all lives do matter. But you can't ignore the fact that the black community (among many other minorities) deserve to be able to fight for fair/ equal treatment in this "modern" society.

[@TheNotAdam]

If you get agitated by people who say "black lives matter", imagine how agitated black people must feel for needing that hash tag in the first place...

[@NaiiFluur]

Well, I guess Black lives matter suggests that it's all about race and i can see how that's not the healthiest way/tactic to address the problem and only leads to further escalation. While it may be an underlying problem it suggests that police is full of racists and that's probably unfair. Psychologically if you are accused of something your first instinct is defense. So I don't see how that will change attitudes effectively. There are no discriminatory laws anymore so the whole issue requires a more nuanced approach in my opinion. I would define more general problems, like gun control, demilitarization of police, a diverse police force, poverty, justice system,... ,use my energy there and then hopefully the problem goes away. I can see why a more "in your face" approach to garner momentum is usefull as well though.

[@jpar6031]

Is all you do imagine? Try ASKING PEOPLE how they feel instead of assuming / imagining. Failed relationships much?

[@Boo_Art]

Finally, someone says it. I'm so tired of this argument. Thank you.

[@theramsareepic]

yes

[@Gln-to3rq]

I found this very educational for why people say black lives matter but I do have to add, since you said to comment about another group of people who need support, the lives of police men and women matter to. Yes, they may not face constant discrimination like black people do, but as of late there has been a lot of senseless killing of police also. My interpretation of the "all lives matter" argument is that, both types of people involved, wether black or police, are being killed senselessly.

[@TheNotAdam]

Okay, but when you break it down in terms of numbers, the number of civilians killed by police far surpasses the number of officers killed in the line of duty. Furthermore, becoming a police officer is voluntary, while being born a certain race is not. Finally, if someone kills, shoots, or so much as assaults a cop, they are arrested, tried, convicted, and receive a harsher sentence. Meanwhile, when the roles are reversed, the perpetrator sees no consequences other than paid vacation time. Yes, any loss of innocent life is tragic, and the good cops putting their lives on the line to protect others certainly deserve credit. But let's no sit here and pretend that these problems are of the same severity.

[@carolinekaywest2896]

OMG RJ😂😂THIS IS WHY I LOVE YOU. SLAY QUEEN.

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[@Haxxer82]

This is the kind of guy to get political from a "is water wet" argument

[@katrana2627]

I love it when you do informative videos like this. Also damn you look amazing 😍

[@mrhilomecom]

Well said RJ. I don't think anybody could have said it any better. I hope this helps people understand the "all lives matter" issue.

[@cestmoibooshe-her3773]

fashionably 4yrs late but *LOVED* this explanation of things, you did great!

[@belizeguy]

Thanks RJ for being such a good spokes person for this and other matters. Gringos down here in Mexico have over time tried to establish various Relief agencies, Dog Shelters, Homeless Shelters. You name it. At first, most go along pretty well, unless they become too successful. If they do, they challenge the local, established charities that are supported lavishly by the well to do and women of a certain age who have never worked a day in their lives. Said successful charity is then bombarded by these women or their surrogates in the required public meetings. They hijack the proceedings by exclaiming loudly: "What about the Children?" "How do you plan to support the Children?" Certainly perplexing for those wanting to establish a Dog Shelter, but damage is done. The dowagers have made it known that yours is NOT WORTHY and any one who is any one will withdraw support. Very frustrating. My friends now do not even raise money in Mexico to help with various pet projects. Avoids the whole mess.

[@kygodragon4782]

All buildings matter That's the t shirt I'm wearing on September 11th

[@randomgirlinthetrees1954]

September 11th is my birthday:)

[@Rainpinks]

I'm from the future in September 11th

[@Rainpinks]

Did ya wear the shirt yet?

[@Rainpinks]

Maxine Miller today is ur birthday I guess happy birthday

[@ProChristina]

😂

[@stephendepaoli3813]

Well done. Great way to put it into perspective for the many who don't get it. Love it! Sometimes it needs an explanation like this to get the point across. Cheers!

[@Thea-un9dv]

UUU NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO WTF?

[@idrissasow644]

This is awesome!!

[@Swiftie333]

Aside from the issue at hand, it's so cool that Eliel is working with Faith in America! It's become one of my dreams/callings lately to start a safe house for LGBT youth of faith, and I'm going to do some more research on Faith in America and see how my ideas integrate with an organization that's already started. Thanks for the exposure RJ!

[@kurtismiller6893]

I love skits that use comedy to prove points about serious social issues. Also can you please do drag? 😂

[@SJ-cl7cp]

ALL LIVES MATTER!!!! BLACK LIVES MATTER ARE RACIST EVIL ANARCHISTS!!!!!!!

[@usernameunavailable2036]

No your a fucking idiot most blm protesters don’t want anyone else to live

[@QueenHalo]

Totally agreed with this video. All lives matter defeats the point of it

[@katzilla99]

I don't think you understand all lives matter With the ankle, it needs special attention because it affects a life and all lives matter, so everyone should get that special attention if need be. With the starving children, they need help because all lives matter, so everyone should be able to have that supply of food. With the animals, since all lives matter, all animals should have a loving home, so those who don't, need one. With the roofing, all roofs need to be fixed, those are broken should be repaired. With the mom, something directly effects your life, but because all lives matter and everyone should be happy, we should fix that. You have built this odd straw man that does not properly address what these people are saying. People are simply saying, hey if you do this you are redirecting any attention another problem and that is negatively affecting those that are at the brunt of that problem. No one is saying is not a real problem, just that you cannot say it is the problem.

[@TheNotAdam]

You're invalidating your own argument. We give special attention to certain individuals when they have a specific need that needs to be met. And we're not just talking about a sprained ankle or a leaking roof. We're talking about innocent people being executed in the street without due process, and their killers never seeing so much as the inside of a jail cell. We're talking about racism on the institutional and societal level. We say "black lives matter" because all lives should matter the same, but they don't.

[@katzilla99]

The problem is that socially, black lives are equal. I'd bet anyone but your strangely racist grand parents (joke), you wouldn't treat them different. There are people that are racist and are bad people, but we cannot fix that. Someone who murders black people was gonna do it anyway. The movement takes from those who need the attention more. I'm sure you've heard of the pride parade incident with BLM, and how does taking attention away from one minority to give to another minority, how does that them better? Separate case to prove a further point.

[@Romenadan]

All lives matter equally in ideality alone. Even though that ideal is held by most of society and laws (*to my knowledge there are no current laws which grant or restrict rights based on color of skin). The problem is that there is little to no accountability when institutions do not follow. The group that is currently facing the brunt of victimization in this is that of the african americans. Yeah, the name "BLM" could be taken to imply that "the rest of the lives don't matter as much" but that isn't the intent and isn't what's important. A better name would be "Black people are getting gunned down illegally and the murderers aren't facing punishment due to institutionalized racism" but you know what? No one has the attention span for that anymore, so they needed something more concise even at the cost of precision. Yes, self-identified BLM protesters came in and disrupted LGBT functions, yes that hurts the LGBT group and produces a negative image of the BLM movement. What you're missing here is that it was a few bad individuals, not the sanctioned focus of the BLM movement. You can't blame all BLM protesters just as you can't blame all cops. We can blame the institution itself behind the cops which allows the few bad cops to murder with impunity, and that is what the movement is about.

[@emilym8530]

All lives matter!! It is not stupid

[@nikki_urtrashkid219]

Yes it is

[@emilym8530]

@@nikki_urtrashkid219 no it's not stupid. But agree to disagree.

[@chanchan9232]

MLK would be ashamed of BLM.

[@TheNotAdam]

Oh really? Did you know him?

[@russian3783]

Considering on his character and how BLM is today. Yes he would be so ashamed of BLM. Fuck off.

[@input5847]

100% tru

[@input5847]

TheNotAdam lmao get rekd notice how u didnt reply

[@jessieclark4456]

there are people who would rather say "all lives matter" than "black lives matter" not because they believe or think that it prioritizes one group or race. But rather that they have seen people use "black lives matter" to attack innocent people. I am of a mixed family and stand saying all lives matter and meaning no one's life should ever be valued less than you view your own life's worth. I see the saying black lives matter as a good cause that is being tainted by hate. I will never tell you that you should say all lives matter because we stand together for the same goal. the only thing that is different is how we say it. both sayings are tainted with people of hatred for another but I hold no hate for everyone without good reason. race, religion, and economic status doesn't mean anything worth my hatred. stay strong and one day hopefully all of this hate many of us face will just be a dark story in a history book.

[@oneboredjeu]

Well said! Thanks for this video :)

[@gracesface4562]

If you could, I'd like to see the links to all the statics you're giving. Not trying to attack you, just trying to get the facts straight myself and would like to know more about this.

[@tgwthfy]

yes thank you! i just argued about this with someone yesterday!

[@thehrchannel8983]

I honestly do not like where black lives matter is going lately but at the same time I find it ironic that those who say all lives matter tend to say blue lives matter.

[@heatherlynn4463]

blue lives do matte, reason being the blm community is killing all the innocent police officers for what a bad one(s) did, and these innocent police are trying to do what's right for the country, but if this keeps going on we won't have protection or police anymore.

[@Beautybyshani11]

+Heather The Kitty The blm are not killing all cops okay. We didn't know someone was going shoot those cops we are not killing cops we just want them not to be able to kill people !

[@heatherlynn4463]

+Shani Xo I fully understand too, I have friends of color I'm constantly worried about for their safety; its saddening.

[@heatherlynn4463]

+Shani Xo I didn't mean to say all, I'm sorry.

[@Angielyrica]

BLM didn't kill any cops.

[@johndenver4806]

Saying all lives matter includes black lives matter lol

[@johndenver4806]

@@briswitalski9620 how?

[@briswitalski9620]

John Denver because it’s pretty much saying you don’t agree with BLM, not because the message is bad, but because it was created to contradict Black Lives Matter. BLM is not about how black lives are the only lives that matter, its saying black lives are the lives that really need our help right now. Saying “All Lives Matter” in itself, yes is a good message. However, in this particular situation, it’s completely inappropriate, as it minimizes the struggles the black community is currently going through. Honestly, I feel like this video gets that point across pretty well, if you care to watch it again

[@johndenver4806]

@@briswitalski9620 your saying bob, Jim, and Tim are getting beat up, but because you like him more you gonna help him first and say that he's being but up worse then others

[@Witolman]

1:11 "Selfish much" God damn, it's so savage!

[@Captain_Chromosome]

Really?

[@mjevlampijevs]

"Black lives matter too" would be much better

[@dehydratedcactus9033]

That is pretty much what BLM is trying to say...

[@walaea3682]

@@dehydratedcactus9033 I never see the "too" the BLM logo...

[@danielleb5016]

Thank you RJ for summarizing this argument in a brilliant and hilarious way. I am totally going to use this to explain this to ppl.

[@sithben5837]

so why are they worst off? do you have any info on why they are getting shot by cops like what they where doing and such?

[@sooth15]

People spouting "all lives matter" need a serious re-education.

[@TheNotAdam]

Hence why I posted this lol

[@tensorfly4508]

lol, trouble with logic is with "blm", but re-education is needed "alm". So sick.

[@007vicomte]

Excellente vidéo, merci ! Toujours un plaisir de t'écouter. Édifiant.

[@PhantomBones101]

Only when black history month, the NAACP, and the concept that every race should be represented will racism end. No one should get a month, a day or anything along those lines. As Morgan Freeman said "black history is American history". No one should be protected simply because of they're skin color, gender or any other difference amongst the people. We all live, we all go through shit, and we all die. Someone may have it worse but that doesn't mean anything in the grand scheme of things. In the end we all live and die for each other. Not as a nation, not as an ethnic group, not as a gender, but as a species. The human race. And if no one agrees that's okay. We're human no one can agree on anything. And that's okay. So fighting over it solves nothing.

[@Chaosdude7111]

Another group out there that needs more love and support and attention: People with mental illnesses, particularly those of us who struggle with thoughts of suicide. Through circumstances all our own, many of us have been conditioned to believe that our lives do not matter. BLM is doing a wonderful thing for their community, but we need ours, as well.

[@TheNotAdam]

Also police have a documented history of mistreating individuals and mishandling situations involving mental illness.

[@Chaosdude7111]

That's also true! Though, one does not need to be a victim of police brutality for them to see their lives as worthless. Telling suicidal people that their lives explicitly matter would go a long way towards talking many people down from the ledge, as it were.

[@Chaosdude7111]

Dominique Marsh I never said it was your job! BLM is doing a great thing, as I said. I just wish there was an equivalent movement for suicidal/mentally ill people, perhaps learning from what makes BLM work. Maybe it could be called #YourLifeMatters or something? I'm just spitballing.

[@JasonDevil06]

I know this is a joke and a skit but I feel like it really potrays the *sensible* people who say "all lives matter" very badly. I hate "black lives matter" because you're making it seem like black lives are the only ones with problems. I heard something on the radio where a woman said "hopefully police will stop beating on black people" or something along those lines this made me angry because I thought to myself "how about they stop beating on ALL people who aren't criminals" It just sounds like you're making it all about you even though we know that's what you mean I am black by the way.

[@yalablu3801]

This is literally one of my favorite videos ever.

[@kimblee1972]

once again rj preaches the truth. being an African American woman living in an all white community it's impossible to get my point across. rj has done it so perfectly.

[@stevruff23]

Thanks RJ, as a gay black man in the south (yeah, what a combination) i appreciate when people of non-African American decent support the movement in a non-dogmatic fashion. I appreciate you and your input very much. Keep rocking it!

[@jouleonyx3110]

RJ....... THANK YOU!!!! Unfortunately a lot of people still won't get it.

[@pjchristiaens]

I saw a really funny image online about this topic. Jesus giving his sermon on the mount: "Blessed are the poor." Someone in the crowd: "Don't you mean blessed are ALL LIVES Jesus?"

[@dulciebee7824]

This was so cringeworthy, it redefines cringeworthy.

[@ristin59]

It's human nature to lean towards our lesser angels, the dark side. The dark side is easier, than stretching for the light. It can't be legislated away, voted away, it just won't go away. It takes a conscience effort each individual has to change it. When I was in school I was taught, an centuries old rule, the Golden Rule; "Do to others what you want them to do to you". Respect one another, do no harm to one another, but those ideas are gone these days. It's I have my rights, even if they infringe on your rights, I'm entitled.

[@smoochthedoog9659]

Have you ever heard that one small kindness can make a big difference for alm? Well a lot of kids can still get food and money and then become healthy and be normal again and then the next kids come so like it aint stupid

[@ericaparmentier7173]

I support ALM, but if I saw someone who said BLM I would most likely join them. It hurts my feelings that people who support ALM act like this *Only some, maybe half of everyone who supports it?* I hope this never actually happens to anybody who supports BLM, you shouldn't have to go through someone telling you that you should say ALM. Thank you for listening.

[@Jthepoet]

Finally, someone says it. 👏 I appreciate this video so much. Black lives matter is a thing because there are reasons that black people have felt their lives don't. Shootings, racism, slavery, etc. There have been multiple things dealing with the black community that have made us have to fight for our rights and respect. So yes, all lives matter, but black lives matter is there to raise awareness and change the unreasonable things that happen to the black community.

[@Captain_Chromosome]

Completely butchered the understanding of alm but it feels like no lives actually seeing from the government we have

[@Launicaliz]

Is there a list somewhere of what and what not to say? 😷

[@bhtv86]

I'm not entirely sure how to phrase what what I want to say, but I'll try and hopefully you'll get my point. The "black lives matter" movement is an important one in the U.S. This is currently an ongoing issue here. However, as someone who tries to stay apprised of global issues as well, I do not want to forget about the minority groups being oppressed and killed in other countries. I know saying "black lives matter" doesn't mean that for instance, Yazidis lives matter less; however, I would like to be sure to keep them in mind because they are experiencing a genocide in Syria. Would it be okay for me to carry around a sign saying Yazidis lives matter to bring awareness to that? Would it be appropriation of some kind to use the phrasing? I know it would be a problem to walk around with a sign saying Christian lives matter, despite the fact that they are being killed throughout the Middle East, because those issues aren't American ones and people would take it the wrong way. How do we bring awareness to these issues without offending anyone?

[@itme8779]

Thank you! Couldn't have said it better.

[@apoliticalfolly5250]

I don't comment often but I feel the need to comment here. The point of ALM is to point out that all lives don't matter but should. "Black Lives Matter" or other similar statements like "Blue lives matter" or any other specified movement will always otherize the groups its intending to "Educate." Thats why I personally say ALM. It shouldn't matter whether were black, white, blue, green, gay bi, or trans. That shouldn't be the point. The point is we all need to see each-other as HUMAN. The more you see colour the more it will become an issue. I grew up in the 90s, I didn't recognize gender, race, appearance etc until it was TAUGHT to me by a 6th grade teacher. Thats how the world needs to be. Stop propagating the separation, any movement that uses otherization as a tactic isn't a solution its a part of the overall problem.

[@CarlosCruzTv]

Thanks for this video, RJ! I'm dying to know what the words on your t-shirt said though... lol!

[@KoreanCivilan5195]

It's been 5 years...did you figure out what it said?

[@Thea-un9dv]

I encourage you all to stop beating grandmas and raiding businesses.

[@aaronhogue9055]

Excuse me, I believe you are very mistaken about a couple of things. First, we don't misinterpret your "Black Lives Matter" signs and posts. We are fully aware that discrimination is indeed a very pressing matter and that it should be dealt with. However- when we say "all lives matter" we are not simply suggesting to drop the problem at hand or disregard it as a whole, but rather we are stating that lives of other forces being lost in the process of advocating such beliefs as BLM are just as important. Don't compare it to seeing it as selfish if you cry when your mother dies, it's really more like seeing it as selfish when you don't attend the funeral of your best friend's mother who died while being attacked by your mom's friend. Second, Black Lives Matter is becoming something that fewer and fewer people would ever want to support. As a group, their protests are far from "non- violent" or "peaceful". Protesters both risk and directly take lives of any who may dare to stand in their way. They are running on an engine of hostile protest, fueled by a common hate. It is very true that victims of discrimination have family and loved ones who mourn them, but the eye- for- an- eye- viewpoint of the protesters is simply rash and can only lead downhill. Whether you agree with me or not, the simple truth is that Black Lives Matter isn't advocating peace or equality, it's advocating hate for those who do you wrong, which will never lead to equality in the long run.

[@jennag8769]

I think you should do a video about TransLivesMatter and focus on the trans community because 1 in 12 of us are murdered, 80% are denied health care, and we have less of a chance of getting jobs and more of a chance of being discriminated at in the workplace or being fired for being trans

[@jennag8769]

There are a ton of statistics that I can give you if you need help RJ :)

[@TheNightShadowGirl]

This is truely fantastic acting, RJ :D I did not know you had it in you.....also, you rock that hair! And not only that, the message of the video is great and on point. Thank you for explaining the isssue so beautifully, sincerely and accurately. However, I originally thought "all lives matter" was supposed to sum up every label society has come up with for describing human beings and emphasize, that there really should not be any difference in how people are treated because we are all individuals who deserve equal respect and care by anyone. Kind of disappointed to find out I was wrong....

[@IDKPrincess]

#NativeAmericanLivesMatter. Can we start discussing all the missing and/or killed native americans? ps. I totally agree with your message!! and love that you're strong enough to put your views out there. ♡♡♡

[@vanillasnipezx9032]

Comparing human lives to something as irrelevant as a sprained ankle or a roof is stupid.

[@TyanaaChyanne]

#BlackLivesMatter Great Video RJ!

[@tcsaltz7846]

Saying "black lives matter" is like having nothing wrong with your legs, and telling a doctor you're hurt as an excuse.

[@arjunoncrack7560]

But there is systemic racism agony blacks and you can deny it all you want but it’s a fact

[@tcsaltz7846]

@@arjunoncrack7560 Okay, give me an example.

[@jimhill7123]

Absolutely ridiculous, to exclude any life is saying one matters over another. Think about it.

[@littlepotato2786]

No it's not. Blm isn't saying "only black lives matter" it's saying "Black lives matter too". Saying all lives matter is like saying "all cancer matters" in breast cancer awareness month. It's stupid.

[@ceddy001]

And you still missed the point moron

[@TopherWayne]

Absolutely so true. Great job, RJ! 👌🏻👍🏻

[@SirenChats]

Why is this such a controversial statement?

[@isabellebeluche6676]

Good question

[@OLDS98]

RJ: Good to see you in another video. You made some valid points in your video. As you said we should not diminish someone else's experience. I guess we all need to be educated and informed.

[@ArtificialLuck]

Lol the fact that ppl immediately dislike this video without even watching it without hesitation LOL

[@MattHarropActor]

I mean you made your point in the first 30 seconds. RJ for president! Love your videos. Mx

[@thetornadocrusader968]

ALL LIVES MATTER if that's offensive to you I don't know what to say

[@dylanjohnston4388]

Well done RJ for another wonderfully done video. I hope this video gets tons of Share. It was nice to see Eliel, but I didn't know he was in LA again. I hope that anyone who reads this have a wonderful day today or a lovely tonight. Sincerely Dylan

[@monicarivera6869]

like always RJ awesome & on point thoughts

[@amandarose9511]

I absolutely love that you use your platform to discuss the issues at hand in the world. Thank you for this video. And everyone should 100 % listen closely.

[@JMgamer101]

I see your point, it is true that African American communities are in need of more opportunities. But sadly the lack of opportunity and years of past discrimination has created a culture in which illegal activity is a lifestyle and family life isn't important. Don't get me wrong there's some discrimination against black's, but the the Black Lives Matter organization has exploited this problem to fit their personal agenda and cause chaos and only worsen police and black relations.

[@danwirt2640]

I think it is more important to tread all ppl like there lives matter. Statements are easy to make. But proofing that "lives" matters is the real task.