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Specifying television networks by race, causes segregation
I just wanted to point out one thing about Anthony Williams’
comparison of MTV and BET in the July 10 column “Subliminal Segregation.”
He failed to mention the most obvious thing about the networks. While
MTV may primarily show “white” programs —- although
this is questionable considering how many different races are represented
by music and shows like “The Real World” — it at least
makes an effort to be racially inclusive. BET is a network designated
by name and programming to reach solely a black audience. I believe this
is the definition of segregation. How would Anthony feel if there were
White Entertainment Television, Hispanic Entertainment Television or Asian
Entertainment Television? I don’t think these channels would be
well-received. The whole idea of segregation is awful, but I wouldn’t
place the blame on channels that are actually open to anyone. Networks
like BET are the ones that help keep the segregation issue coming back
again and again.
Daniel Boone,
Theater Arts Senior
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