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Post by Girl from Zagreb on Apr 14, 2005 21:41:47 GMT 1
I wonder what your comments would be on this: the other night there was a TV show called Latinica, hosted by Denis Latin, a very good TV journalist quite famous for debates on interesting subjects, his shows were even banned a few times for "too provocative subjects" (plain censorship, I belive). The topic was new pope election, and the question viewers were asked in anonimous pole was "Would you mind a black man for the next pope?" 90% viewers voted "No, I would not mind", 46% out of that number stated that the reason was they do not care about the color of the skin (the other reasons were that they would always agree with the catholic church choice and some other reasons which I do not remember) Although this was not an official pole, do you think it shows the general Croatian attitude regarding this subject, or not?
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Post by racism on Apr 14, 2005 22:36:40 GMT 1
I wonder what your comments would be on this: the other night there was a TV show called Latinica, hosted by Denis Latin, a very good TV journalist quite famous for debates on interesting subjects, his shows were even banned a few times for "too provocative subjects" (plain censorship, I belive). The topic was new pope election, and the question viewers were asked in anonimous pole was "Would you mind a black man for the next pope?" 90% viewers voted "No, I would not mind", 46% out of that number stated that the reason was they do not care about the color of the skin (the other reasons were that they would always agree with the catholic church choice and some other reasons which I do not remember) Although this was not an official pole, do you think it shows the general Croatian attitude regarding this subject, or not? I believe Croatians would pole the same. They would accept what the church has chosen. EMIZ & Croam will tell you that Croatians won't accept a black pope that is coming from 2 non-Croatians. Ask a few Croatians what they think, like Barba Jere and others.
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Post by croam on Apr 15, 2005 0:45:53 GMT 1
a black pope and your daughters husband cannot even be compared. the pope isn't going to be screwing anyone's daughters
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Post by racism on Apr 19, 2005 20:19:18 GMT 1
I think that you don't like the thought of a black man being with your female family members. You look like you are uncomfortable with this thought.
Again I reiterate. Croatians are all different. Some will accept diversity into their families, SOME WON'T.
To say all Croatians are closed minded is closed minded!
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Post by croam on Apr 20, 2005 4:35:42 GMT 1
i dont care what my family members do as long as they are happy and aren't hurting anyone...
If i had a daughter i wouldn't care if she dated a black man but I would tell her the same thing my parents told me. "we don't care as long as your happy...but you will have to deal with problems from others (society)"
and they are right...even in the US where interracial marriage is probably more accepted than anywhere.... you will have problems... but hell... people have problems anyways...if its not one thing its another... happens. I don't think all croatians are racist or against interracial marriage but i think alot more are against interracial marriage than are for it...just my opinnion.
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Post by Black woman with Dark Skin on Apr 24, 2005 17:43:50 GMT 1
My department has selected me to go over and participate in a conference at the University of Dubrovnik. I'm wondering if I should venture out of my hotel room once I get there. Will I be safe traveling around the city just to get a look at things, or to try to eat out publically at the restaurants?? I am also curious if there are certain restrictions on what I should wear, and how I should greet people.
Should I be prepared to be treated rudely, graciously or simply ignored?
Thanks for any honest feedback that you might have.
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Post by croam on Apr 24, 2005 18:54:47 GMT 1
you will be fine... you don't have to worry about what your wearing...its not a primitive muslim culture.
You should definately check out the "ljetne igre"(summer games) if you are there in July...its a national month of Arts.
Since you are going to the University you will be amongst the educated so its not like your going to be around rednecks.
I can see your concern after reading this thread but we were talking about interracial marriage and not blacks visiting croatia. Croatia is very safe...you will be much safer than in many parts of the US. I don't know if that says anything. Go there with an open mind and enjoy yourself. I don't know what your budget is but PROTO is a fantastic restaurant that got rave revues in many gourment magazines and is top notch in service and quality. Also check out Lokrum Island which is a short 15 min ferry ride....walk the walls(the 'zid') and check out the museums. There's alot to see and do. Enjoy yourself! The worst that will happen is you may get a few people who will stare and do a double take but thats me speculating and it wont be near as bad as if you went to some very white area of the US. Seriously, your going to have a great time and will go back. Please come back to this forumn and let us know how it went. I don't think you will have anything but good experiences there. Plus if your travelling with your US passport(im assuming again) you will be golden with the authorities. Jus have your papers on you as your supposed to over there and you will be golden.
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Post by croam on Apr 24, 2005 19:00:07 GMT 1
dobar dan= good day or hello
hvala= thank you
if you sound it out phonetically you should nail it on the head...
do(as in don't...short o?) and bar as in you walk into a bar
dan... as in Dante without the te of course hvala... h sam as hi followed by the v as in very followed by ala like la la la la la ti da. OK im not a linguist. feel free to ask for more help ;D
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Post by croam on Apr 24, 2005 19:01:43 GMT 1
do-bar dan
hva-la both dobar and hvala are two syllables
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Post by Ribaric on Apr 25, 2005 0:08:27 GMT 1
You'll do just fine BWWDS. If anything, you'll be "exotic". People, particularly those on campus, will be intrigued as to your life experiences as a black American as well as very keen to practice their English language.....although I'm not admitting that Americans can speak English. If you become the centre of attention then you'll only get negative reactions from those who wish it were them, your skin doesn't enter into it. Have a great time and tell us how things worked out.
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Post by Barbara Evic on Apr 28, 2005 13:42:27 GMT 1
Geez, some of you guys here realy should enter 21.st century. I am a Croatian born and bred woman, moved London UK when I was 19, met a wonderful black guy and we have been married now for 4 years. My parents did not get a heart attack nor did they have any objections.
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Post by Racism on Apr 28, 2005 17:50:04 GMT 1
Geez, some of you guys here realy should enter 21.st century. I am a Croatian born and bred woman, moved London UK when I was 19, met a wonderful black guy and we have been married now for 4 years. My parents did not get a heart attack nor did they have any objections. I have been trying to tell them that but they don't believe me! They think that all Croatian families would faint and then disown their children for such an act.
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Post by Guest on Apr 28, 2005 18:07:42 GMT 1
Sorry-I disagree. My own daughter was not acceptable to the Croatian boyfriend's family and she is the same as him-white, European heritage, and Roman Catholic.
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Post by Racism on Apr 28, 2005 18:56:43 GMT 1
Sorry-I disagree. My own daughter was not acceptable to the Croatian boyfriend's family and she is the same as him-white, European heritage, and Roman Catholic. Did you ever think it was maybe they don't like your daughter for other reasons that you don't know. Maybe they think your daughter is rude or not smart enough or pretty enough.... it could be a number of reasons...,,,,, Just like any family, I have an inlaw I can't stand because she is selfish and a gold digger not because she is not Croatian. Every family has one or two that don't get along despite race or nationality differences..... it is just personality differences!
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Post by GuestGuestGuest on Apr 28, 2005 19:25:40 GMT 1
Actually she is better looking than he is! All kidding aside-they have a great relationship but she represents a different world to his parents (America versus Croatia) and it will be hard to change their minds. But these two are truly in love and hopefully they will find a way to be together.
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