Tom the Dancing Bug by Ruben Bolling for February 19, 2000

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JOHN ROCKER'S RACIAL SENSITIVITY CAMP John: Hi! I'm John Rocker, relief pitcher and expert on race relations. If there's one thing I learned from my ordeal in which a few careless and misinterpreted remarks branded me a "racist," it's that training in proper technique is the key to avoiding such pitfalls. Come to my camp and learn how to prevent accusations of racism with such drills as my "reason-and-humor" exercise... The Situation: Guy 2: I'm offended by the confederate flag! 1 Use Reason Guy 1: The degree of offensiveness should be determined by the offending party, not the offended party. 2 Defuse with Humor Guy 1: So lighten up, ya "fat monkey."* *John's term--He uses it to kid around with teammates! The Situation: Guy 4: I'm offended by that "Cleveland Indians" logo! 1 Use Reason Guy 3: The aesthetic appeal this holds for me outweighs any feelings of bitterness over genocide it might raise for you. 2 Defuse with Humor Guy 3: Besides, you don't see Scandinavians complaining about the "Minnesota Vikings"! John: It that doesn't work, apologize, get counseling, and start again!