Samuel L. Jackson dares interviewer to say the n-word
By Josh Stillman, EW
(EW.com) - No one knows how to make white men squirm quite like Samuel L. Jackson.
A post on Reddit last night has unearthed a prime example. Two weeks ago, the "Django Unchained" cast sat down with Jake Hamilton, host of Houston's Emmy-winning film show Jake's Takes, at a press junket.
Things went smoothly enough until Hamilton approached Jackson with a question about the movie's controversial use of the "n-word." Jackson insisted that Hamilton, who is white, say the word out loud; after Hamilton repeatedly refused, they moved on. It was uncomfortable.
"The most awkward moment was just seeing everyone in the room freeze, and waiting to see what my reaction was going to be," Hamilton says today.
The internet reaction has been mixed. Many commenters claim that Hamilton should have simply said the word, while others applaud the reporter for not caving to Jackson's demand. Hamilton says that his decision was in the best interest of the show and the network.
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Another example of how "minorities" bully by daring others to use vernaculars they themselves use quite frequently to describe themselves. This double standard only perpetuates racism, genderism, or any other "isms" and continues to be a derisive and devisive tear in community.
"Say 'what' one more time...."
Thank you! You made me giggle!
What was that?? You dare don't....
If you act like one I will say it everyday
That would make you one your self.