Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Still on the Obama Watch
How can the mass media representations of the Obamas as a family, and of the President and First Lady as individuals, on television and in magazines, contribute to a more positive socialization of other African American women and men? Why are their images important and useful in comparison to the racial stereotypes that exist, as well as in relation to strict and separate social roles of male and female behavior?
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I think that this positive image people now see of the first African American family in the White House is great, but only because it is the most national coverage an African American family can get, and no one can say anything negitive about them. Unfortunately, I don't think this positive image of one family changes the perception of all African Americans. I think there is still a show and prove attitude that African Americans still endure. Just because their is one family that can provide a great example doesn't mean that that is the way they will perceive all African Americans.
ReplyDeleteThe media could start featuring more successful and educated African Americans and not just the hip hop and R&B artiste we see so often flashing 'bling bling' and showing off a number cars and mansions. This sometimes gives the youths wrong ideas. They could showcase more African Americans that are succesful in business education medicine and more.
ReplyDeleteThere images are important because they set standards and gives hope and help chage the perception of how African Americans are viewed.
Obama shows that once you set your mind to something you can achieve anything. Mitchelle on the other hand does not only shows off Black beauty, but alos her dignity and intelligence.