Yeah, I saw it — derprintergang’s “Der Printergang” video:
(Also saw the same video, with different captions, on a variety of other subjects.)Students, as Nazis, concerned about University print policies and residential computer labs – I know it’s over the top, and I do get the point – ouch!
Heard the word on the street about this video throughout campus, including conversations with administrators and faculty.I refrained from replying to folk with DM and e-mail links so I could think about it before I passed it on or made comment.Don’t misread me – I’m not a killjoy; I love a good remix; I live for decent satire; I adore commentary on things going on; and, I think human around race, culture, and ethnicity, when done right, is some of the funniest stuff I’ve heard.My gut told me that this time I needed to move on.
Not sure we’re at a point where people portraying Nazis makes good satire.Reminded me of the unease I felt this summer with the Nazi commentary and remarks embedded in some conversations and demonstrations about health care.Maybe we should be over it.Maybe I’m just part of a generation that’s needlessly sensitive about these images and what they have implied – perhaps it’s time for us to grow up and appreciate humor.Is this akin to the Ego Trip videos that I enjoy? Do I need to just lighten up?
I’ll still think hard before I forward or retweet a satirical commentary that uses Nazis.
My first response when I saw this video was, “Oh, snap!”I knew this had to be political satire (pretty good stuff, but I couldn’t find the names of the comedy writers).This is real and “keepin’ it real.” Politicians don’t do this kind of thing – show their families, especially when they are not in keeping with what’s believed to be traditional in American society?In America, people who want to get elected do not make tape like this and slam them on the tubes:
True – I never thought I would see this type of ad during my years on this planet.I’ve reconsidered.
This is “gangsta” – maybe the kind of campaign ad that can only fly New York (City); the old school spot where people from all over the world show up and where nothing is traditional. No, maybe this is the result of that era – we gave ourselves to during the last presidential election cycle – that is young, more racially and culturally experienced, and understanding that many folk worked hard to create.Is this the sign of that new America I’ve heard so much about, lately?Or, is this just the usual and time for me to declare the old racial cold war over?
Peace.
P.S. – This is not meant to be an endorsement of the candidate in the video.
I like my inspiration like my coffee – usually straight up, strong, and, at times, with a little flavor.What inspires me? People who find a passion and show it in their life.
Each year I look forward to recognizing seniors who have distinguished themselves through their campus work—their passions—demonstrating it to us each day. I am inspired to hear the stories of hard-working, intelligent, and thoughtful students making this campus a vibrant thing. It always makes me proud to say that I am in the company of, as my parents would say, “good peoples.”
Tonight, I have the honor of recognizing Jordan Cumper, David Gargulio, David House, Colleen Huysman, Kelly McCarthy, Margaret McKemie, Sean McQuarrie, Emily Pallotta, Lauren Prince, Kelsey Bucher, Jonathan Scagos, Jeremy Schein and Francine Whu – thirteen members of our BU family – for their outstanding work at the University in a Scarlet Key Tapping Ceremony. Come get some inspiration and applaud these students with me – 6 p.m. in the Trustees’ Ballroom, One Silber Way (9th floor).(It’s a unique ceremony that includes a dean wielding a sword – true story!)
Congratulations to our honorees – people who show leadership and inspire straight up, in strong ways, and with a lot of creativity – and I hope I see you tonight.
administrators and faculty. I refrained from replying to folk with DM and e-mail links so I could think about it before I passed it on or made comment. Don’t misread me – I’m not a killjoy; I love a good remix; I live for decent satire; I adore commentary on things going on; and, I think human around race, culture, and ethnicity, when done right, is some of the funniest stuff I’ve heard. My gut told me that this time I needed to move on.
