Gabby Douglas' Hair... Really people?

[Dixie - In Memoriam]

"I don't know where this is coming from. What's wrong with my hair? I'm like 'I just made history and people are focused on my hair?' It can be bald or short, it doesn't matter about my hair. Nothing is going to change. I'm going to wear my hair like this during beam and bar finals. You might as well just stop talking about it." - women's gymnastics all-around champion Gabby Douglas speaks out against her hair critics.

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I'm sorry, I don't see it. When I watch Gabby, I see a super-incredible gymnast. I didn't even notice her hair, and still don't see why her hair is such a controversy. It's not like Dennis Rodman hair! I guess she should dye it rainbow colors and kick the shit out of some cameramen and hurl a string of obscenities, and some people would like her more? I personally think the problem with Gabby's hair is, it's "Christian" hair. It's on top of a head that gives GOD all the credit and glory for her accomplishments. I think THAT is what they have a problem with.... Her God-loving Christian hair!

You go Gabby Douglas! You've set the world of gymnastics on it's ear, and accomplished greatness that will never be forgotten. Don't let the mean-spirited words of fools and bigots ruin this moment, you've worked hard to reach your goals, and that should be admired by everyone who isn't an idiot.

[Dixie - In Memoriam]

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Who looks at this and sees bad hair?

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It has nothing to do with God Dixie. Christ you Christians are always ready to jump up on that cross...as long as no actual nails are going to be used.

It's because women's bodies are public property, and it's because she's black. There's a whole thing about black women's hair. Fascinating stuff. You may think I'm kidding, but I'm not. It's best to read what black women themselves have to say about it.

[Dixie - In Memoriam]

It has nothing to do with God Dixie. Christ you Christians are always ready to jump up on that cross...as long as no actual nails are going to be used.

It's because women's bodies are public property, and it's because she's black. There's a whole thing about black women's hair. Fascinating stuff. You may think I'm kidding, but I'm not. It's best to read what black women themselves have to say about it.

All I know is, the girl broke Olympic records and did things no Olympian has ever done, and gave all the glory to God publicly, and that's when comments started about her hair, and they've now moved on to her family life, etc. Now I think most people see a cute adorable black girl with hair in a ponytail like most gymnasts, and her accomplishments are what are amazing and fascinating. I am not Christian, Darla, I know I have pointed this out before, I am a Spiritualist. This isn't about MY personal faith, it's about the seculars and their attacks of anything "Christian." This is an embarrassing example, and you need to be shamed for it.

[NOVA]

It has nothing to do with God Dixie. Christ you Christians are always ready to jump up on that cross...as long as no actual nails are going to be used.

It's because women's bodies are public property, and it's because she's black. There's a whole thing about black women's hair. Fascinating stuff. You may think I'm kidding, but I'm not. It's best to read what black women themselves have to say about it.

It's because women's bodies are public property, and it's because she's black.


So deep deep down you're a sexist and a racist......maybe its those insecure black women themselves that are so freakin' hungup on wanting white womens hair that
don't approve of Gabbies locks.....


"It's because women's bodies are public property" ?
Its that kind of stupid whining that pisses regular people off.....We see hundreds of women every day and don't even notice them, literally look right through most of them

Then there is that one or two with their tits hanging out and half their ass showing, and when people look, they act offended....bullshit

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All I know is, the girl broke Olympic records and did things no Olympian has ever done, and gave all the glory to God publicly, and that's when comments started about her hair, and they've now moved on to her family life, etc. Now I think most people see a cute adorable black girl with hair in a ponytail like most gymnasts, and her accomplishments are what are amazing and fascinating. I am not Christian, Darla, I know I have pointed this out before, I am a Spiritualist. This isn't about MY personal faith, it's about the seculars and their attacks of anything "Christian." This is an embarrassing example, and you need to be shamed for it.

Nah, it's not about that at all. It's because she's a black woman. It's because she's a woman, and she's black. All women's bodies are public property to be commented on and criticized, and black women's bodies in an even more degrading manner, historically. Comments about black women's hair are always steeped in and informed by white beauty standards.

[Dixie - In Memoriam]

Nah, it's not about that at all. It's because she's a black woman. It's because she's a woman, and she's black. All women's bodies are public property to be commented on and criticized, and black women's bodies in an even more degrading manner, historically. Comments about black women's hair are always steeped in and informed by white beauty standards.

I don't recall anyone questioning Serena Williams hair when she was setting records and winning championships.

You can have whatever racist sexist perception you like, this wasn't about her being black or female, it was about her being Christian.

[blackascoal]

"I don't know where this is coming from. What's wrong with my hair? I'm like 'I just made history and people are focused on my hair?' It can be bald or short, it doesn't matter about my hair. Nothing is going to change. I'm going to wear my hair like this during beam and bar finals. You might as well just stop talking about it." - women's gymnastics all-around champion Gabby Douglas speaks out against her hair critics.

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I'm sorry, I don't see it. When I watch Gabby, I see a super-incredible gymnast. I didn't even notice her hair, and still don't see why her hair is such a controversy. It's not like Dennis Rodman hair! I guess she should dye it rainbow colors and kick the shit out of some cameramen and hurl a string of obscenities, and some people would like her more? I personally think the problem with Gabby's hair is, it's "Christian" hair. It's on top of a head that gives GOD all the credit and glory for her accomplishments. I think THAT is what they have a problem with.... Her God-loving Christian hair!

You go Gabby Douglas! You've set the world of gymnastics on it's ear, and accomplished greatness that will never be forgotten. Don't let the mean-spirited words of fools and bigots ruin this moment, you've worked hard to reach your goals, and that should be admired by everyone who isn't an idiot.

With all due respect my friend, it's black hair. That's what they have a problem with.

"Christian" has absolutely nothing to do with it.

I applaud your viewing her as a fine athlete, but if your intend to stand up for her, then stand up for HER. Don't just use her to support what you choose to believe.

[RockX]

It has nothing to do with her hair, it's her Christian beliefs they are attacking and using the littlest thing to attack her in a roundabout way.

[blackascoal]

I don't recall anyone questioning Serena Williams hair when she was setting records and winning championships.

You can have whatever racist sexist perception you like, this wasn't about her being black or female, it was about her being Christian.

They not only talked about Serena's hair, they talked about her ass, her thighs, her arms, and just about everything else .. JUST as they talk about Michelle Obama .. which if memory serves .. YOU participated in.

It is however quite amusing listening to people from the all-white party desperately trying to brand those who are far closer to diversity then they will ever be as "racists". :0)

That's funny.

[blackascoal]

It has nothing to do with her hair, it's her Christian beliefs they are attacking and using the littlest thing to attack her in a roundabout way.

Moronic

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I don't recall anyone questioning Serena Williams hair when she was setting records and winning championships.

You can have whatever racist sexist perception you like, this wasn't about her being black or female, it was about her being Christian.

Look at the commentaries about the women athletes and compare them to the men. There are constant comments about the appearances of the women that simply do not happen with the male athletes. That she is black and her hair does not fit the "ideal" makes it even easier to critisize.

It is not about her faith, it is about women being forced to have a certain level of beauty regardless of their accomplishments.

[blackascoal]

Look at the commentaries about the women athletes and compare them to the men. There are constant comments about the appearances of the women that simply do not happen with the male athletes. That she is black and her hair does not fit the "ideal" makes it even easier to critisize.

It is not about her faith, it is about women being forced to have a certain level of beauty regardless of their accomplishments.

It's why black beauty pagents are still absolutely necessary in the US.

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It has nothing to do with her hair, it's her Christian beliefs they are attacking and using the littlest thing to attack her in a roundabout way.

Sez the racist.

[Dixie - In Memoriam]

Look at the commentaries about the women athletes and compare them to the men. There are constant comments about the appearances of the women that simply do not happen with the male athletes. That she is black and her hair does not fit the "ideal" makes it even easier to critisize.
It is not about her faith, it is about women being forced to have a certain level of beauty regardless of their accomplishments.

Look at the comments about CHRISTIAN athletes who don't mind expressing their love of God in public?

Gabrielle Douglas is NOT UGLY! She has a beautiful smile, and is obviously appealing enough to adorn a cereal box, so the argument doesn't fly.

No, what makes it "easy to criticize" is her FAITH! That makes it all okay to bash on her hair or her looks, or her family life, or whatever the hell you can think up, because you really don't like that she is a Christian and professes her faith in public. That's what you dislike, and it's hidden behind silly vain attempts to criticize superficial things. This woman deserves enormous accolades for what she has accomplished, and she shouldn't be attacked because she believes in God, by drumming up absolute SHIT about her hair or appearance.