<p>Today it is generally no longer regarded as a politically correct term, however even that is debatable, due to its continued occasional appearance, most notably its use in the acronym NAACP. Carla Sims, communications director for the NAACP in Washington, D.C., said “The term ‘colored’ is not derogatory, [the NAACP] chose the word ‘colored’ because it was the most positive description commonly used at that time. It’s outdated and antiquated but not offensive.”</p>
<p>I got that from Wikipedia which I believe will serve our purposes well enough. This explains some of the confusion. Since you are from NE (or I assume you are), the term is used differently. In my state, it is used to describe anybody who is not white, and it is not offensive. Thanks for your interpretation though. I’ve noticed that vernacular differs from state to state. So your statement should be amended. The term “colored” is only derogatory in SOME parts of the US.</p>
<p>@ unique6 - No hard feelings. You should know that the term in the NAACP is an old one and it’s why many people use the initials and not the name.</p>
<p>Just wanted you to know you’ll get push back because because the term has not lost it’s legacy. And just because people don’t tell you to your face that they’re offended, doesn’t mean they aren’t saying something else after you’re gone. Trust me on that one - there’s tolerance with a smile, and private commentary after the fact.</p>
<p>Having said that - no hard feelings - it’s all good! I know you meant well :-)</p>
<p>@neato - here on the board we’re all transparent - lol!</p>
<p>Thanks, Exie! My opinions still stand, but I will definitely start using “of color” now instead of “colored.” I would hate to end up at a BS and be immediately ostracized because of an ignorant faux paus. Also, thanks for responding politely instead of attacking.<br>
Back to the original topic, I personally think that private scholarships can target whichever race or demographic they choose. I would, however, like to know if colleges do the same thing.</p>
<p>I remember reading these are not private scholarships. I think they solicit the money on the internet through some non-profit organization they registered or something like that. In such a situation, is it justified to channel the money to white males?</p>
<p>I wouldn’t have a problem with it. If women can have special scholarships, so can males. If minorities can have special scholarships, so can caucasians. Personally, I would like to do away with any of those types of scholarships. Instead, a portion of the money can be granted based on need, and a portion can be granted based on achievement.</p>
<p>I am afraid you are missing the point. Women scholarships are for all women, not just white women. The scholarships in this debate article are for white men only, not all men. So what do you think?</p>
<p>I got your point, I just wasn’t conveying mine properly. Are there scholarships for minority women? If so, then white males can have all the scholarships they want IMO.</p>
<p>If there is a scholarship for Native American women exclusively, then white males can have a scholarship as well. That’s just my opinion though. I can imagine that others would find offense in such a scenario, and there’s nothing wrong with their opinion.</p>