Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

By people of color I don't just mean black, I mean anyone who is not of recent european descent. Even individuals who are biracial or multiracial. You have people of Indian and Asian descent that hate their skin color, eye color, hair color and eye shape. This is because in the media they ONLY show white women as the standard of beauty, particularly white women with blonde hair and light colored eyes. I guess some white women with darker features development complexes as well. When the media decides to show women of color they always pick the least "ethnic" looking ones or ones that are made up to look less ethnic or more similar to caucasian. For black women it's Halle Berry, Alicia Keys, Beyonce. All are either biracial or made to appear biracial in the case of Beyonce. They all have straighten hair and somewhat lighter complexions. If a dark skin African American or African woman looks media and never sees another dark skin woman how is she suppose to feel about her skin?

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

this is a good question. but white people complain that the media always shows skinny women and the majority of women are thicker. they say some young ladies see these skinny models/actresses and build a body complex, same thing about the boobs... tons of girls get breast implants. so i guess the media messes everyone up. but u are right it is based on caucasian features. since the majority here are white i guess their concept of beauty is perdament. and since the US media travels the world sees beauty in the same way.. i guess it has a lot to do with globalization... i guess until people damn to change the media, the media won't change... people play into it too like look at rap videos those girls are light skinned mostly or have caucasian features. the media isn't going to get blame until people tell them to change...

Adding to that it has a lot to do with how ur parents raise u and how ur culture is too. i was working for the national museum of the american indian and i saw how wonderful it was that many tribes took so much pride in their culture and their features. it seemed at times that the more native u are (looking and acting) the better u were... but see this also leds to other who don't fit the features of being indian to be set aside or look down on. it could go both ways. i guess no matter what people will always have something bad to make others feel bad about themselves thats why u have to be a strong enough person like urself to go beyond that.

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

I won't lie; I have wished many times that I was white.

But you're correct. The media are to blame.

Only how can WE change it?

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

as people of color advance they Will notice this is true...

ads, commericals, magazines, etc.

we rarely see beauties as you in popular ads....it is sad...

embracing venues that cater to us will FORCE the media to represent us in their advertising...

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

Why doesn't the liberal public school system get blamed for the epidemic of self hatred among white students.

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

Asains don't seem to mind. Italians are cool with it. I don't know any brown people (Pakistan/India) that seem to mind, now that 9/11 has been over for a while anyway. I think it actually is just a black thing. If you say Spanish people hate themselves too, I'll believe you. Doesn't effect me.

If any particular individual is so weak that they can't relate to peopel on TV unless they have the same color of skin. To the point where they "Hate themselves", that's their own problem.

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

we bring it upon ourselves --- its time to let it go ---- if we dont play into the hands of the people---then there wouldnt be an issue----- myself i dont allow it to be brought up --- move on and live in peace----- if they have nothing to talk about the subject is changed ----- good glad u got that

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

You may be from Uganda, but you sure don't look "ethnic" to me.

If people have to rely on the media for their self-esteem, they'll never have any. Don't take the responsibility away from the parents, preferably both, to instill self love in their children. If it comes from anywhere else, including teachers and the media, that's just reinforcement. If it doesn't come from home, there is no firm foundation.

"House built on a sand foundation will not stand, oh no."

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

HUH?

There's only two white people on the news I watch in the morning and afternoon and they are both weathermen.

You need to read some books written by Bill Cosby.

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

I am not Black, but have dated Black as well as the whole spectrum of women-by the way-you are HOT.The self hatred comes from within.Many do not want to recognize it.Many Black women,themselves , do not like the classically Black features-wiry, kinky hair, broad, big nose,big bone structure(Black women's bones are 10% more dense and have a more pronounced lower spine curvature than White women), big, thick lips, and darker skin - they want the none classical Black features like multi-racial Beyonce Knowles. The media gives them what they desire(doesn't make money-won't last).This applies to all women of color.They get what they desire, not what is.

To Grizzlya above-Middle Eastern women of Arab and/or Jewish descent, Italians,Greeks and so on as well as some Hispanics are classified as White (although swarthy).You sound racist towards Blacks.

Why doesn't the white dominated media get blamed for the self hatred of people of color?

The media does get blamed for it. But if people weren't so receptive to what the media shows, then the media wouldn't show it. Obviously the media isn't the only one's with that perspective on what beauty is. I think people are attracted to what pleases their eyes. Not what the media tells them is beauty. I think most people just agree with the media and change themselves......to make themselves happier, not the media.