In this age of hyphenated citizenship, I'd like to proudly proclaim my membership in several minority groups which, I believe, should receive special dispensation. I am:
- A Bearded-American
- A Cracker-American
- A Texan-American
- A Dog-Loving-American
- A Poet-American
- An Honor Student-American
- A Writer-American
- A Nerd-American
- And, sadly, part of a shrinking minority - The Christian-American
I have, throughout my life, been the target of bullies, jocks and cheerleaders because of my hyphenated status - pushed into reviled minority groups by the cliques, good old boy networks and self-appointed celebrities in my little corner of the world. I believe my minority status should be formally recognized as a disadvantaged/frequently threatened group.
So when can we get started with the affirmative action programs, the special provision for our groups in federal grants-in-aid and the protection from criticism for our own stupidity by the mainstream media?
I demand my rights!
Just sayin'
Tom King © 2013
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