White Women Do It, Too: 8 Things Black Women Can’t Get Away With

April 16th, 2011 - By LaShaun Williams

It seems like every week there is a new study about black women ranking number one in something perceived negatively—abortions, births out of wedlock, multiple baby fathers. And, among the popular defenses is that black women are not alone in these statistics. “White women do it, too” is one of the most common excuses.

Black, white, yellow, brown—we are all one in the same in that we come from the same species; but, it would be silly not to acknowledge that we do come from varying creeds. We are culturally and genetically bred differently; and, society has been conditioned to see black and white women in conflicting regards. Thus, we are impacted differently by similar actions.

Here are common things white women do, too, that we just can’t get away with:

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  • http://www.facebook.com/people/Jolivinglife-Cougar-Hankins-Lewis/100000533341086 Jolivinglife Cougar Hankins-Le

    When are we going to stop comparing ourselves to White people when the truth is White folks run this country and manipulate what is read, seen, taught and pushed on the American psyche.  When will we begin to concentrate on ouselves and stop worrying about how we measure up to a bunch of degenerate human beings.  Those Whites who are able to openly support other ethnicities are far and few so as long as they rule this nation I cant stand most of them.  What we need to do is concentrate on healing our people.  Get a grip.

  • http://twitter.com/ImMissTavii ____*Live&LetDie!

     Society and the media!!!!!!!!! LMAO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Ma Caree

    I guess being “politically unapologetic” means saying whatever retarded thing comes to mind. Funny all of these rules come from another black woman so is it White women or is it you that spends all your time approving of what Black women can and can’t do? By looking at that first picture, I know there was supposed to be a # 11 post: Black women can’t be bald while White women can. Geez Girl you are trapped. Maybe it’s society’s fault or maybe you care too much about what the brothas and everyone else thinks.

  • Polished

    That is so true for being knocked up. A white woman who is knocked up can easily get another man to pick her up while pregnant, ie Heidi Klum. A black woman who is pregnant without a baby father gets labeled as “typical,” “ghetto,” “and “ratchet.”

  • Doubtit

    So clearly out of touch, and so obviously NOT much of a fashionista… skinny jeans look WORST on girls with no a**.

  • Nope

    You’re dumb. *Almost* every single one of these applies to white women as well.

  • Guest

    No wonder black women can’t get a man.

  • In-Tune Sista

    This article is an horrific surprise to me!  I am a Black Woman who is very professional.  I have friends of so many races that I cannot even count the races–since I was a child.  I’m in my 40s now.  My immediate family members who are passed away were Aerospace Engineers, Computer Engineers, Attorneys for the White House, Entrepreneurs, Educators, etc.–and there is no mistaking that we’re Black.  Other family members still alive have “professional” careers and/or have businesses which meet a true need in our society.  My complexion is brown and there is no mistaking I’m Black.  HOWEVER, over 90% of my family members features are “European” if you have to categorize things.  I have a sister-in-law whose voice is naturally soft but she is an intellectual and business fire-ball who has her own business which is operating successfully in Southern California.  As a writer, I deliberately write against these stereotypes to help dispel myths about the Black race, but IT SEEMS MANY WANT TO STILL KEEP THEM GOING!  Get off it!

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  • JoeDeFelice

    wow this is one of the most offensive website i have ever visited. No wonder racism exists and always will. 

  • Randi1_cakes

    White women are taking over what? Yall taking over wanting and trying to look like the black women. You all are lab created and anybody that’s filthy enough to mess with yall, you deserve eachother!!!!!!!!!!!

  • Cdcny

    I am Black male but I think this list is ridiculous. I am not necessarily saying that it is not true but it makes no sense. For example, #10 Black women getting knocked up. How bout this no one should. And if you can afford to get knocked up then you should even less. Think about it!

  • Macofalltrades

    This is the most ignorant article ever written on ANY women…

  • letsbefair

    Yep, I just read all the things we “can’t get away with.”  Why would we want to?  Disgusting?  I don’t think anyone should cackle on the phone, hang out over the jeans, etc.  Who wants it?  Stay classy!

    • monee’

      I agree. Why intentionally make a spectacle of yourself.

  • letsbefair

    I had no idea white women were supposed to do those things either! Why is it ok for white women or black women, or for that matter, men?

  • Anthonymays1972

    I’m a white girl and I have to say that nobody likes the baby voice except for babies and dogs! People like Paris Hilton annoy the hell out of me and everyone that I know (mostly white people). I would never speak in a baby voice and think that it was cute also I am pretty sure that it would send any man of any race running. I blame the media for these flakey baby talking famous for being trashy girls thinking that all of their ridiculous antics are cute. I am confident that most women of all races are equally annoyed by this type of behavior.

  • Ochoriosesmiscasa

    I have one question, would any major magazine publish this except in the opposite roles? Hell no you would have Sharpton and Jackson there in a heartbeat. Why then do blacks get some sort of privilege to be racist? ( I am a West Indian American)

    • http://twitter.com/BourgieGeek Rosalind G

      It’s not racist. Much of it is the truth, as uncomfortable and inconvenient as it is. There is a different set of rules for indigenous black American women. The reason you think this article is racist is because you are not an indigenous black American. Black immigrants are given passes that indigenous black Americans are not given, and therefore you all aren’t targeted for the double standard *once you make it known that you’re an immigrant*, which you all tend to do from the time you step foot in the USA. You know this, which is exactly why you made sure to note that you were a West Indian American, even though despite cultural differences, “black is black”. You’re fooling no one with this spiel, so just quit it.

  • Bonethemall

    What a racist article…if that sh&t was about black women in some Cosmo mag there would be a sh&tstorm…….

    • CarlaKah

      But it’s not in Cosmo. It is written by a black woman who knows what she’s seen and been through. Every one of her points touch on occurences in society:
      1. Sex on the first date
      My brother and his friends have been saying it for years. They perceive mixed and white girls as “easier” but black girls as “sisters” and demand “sister/mother-like” behaviour from them. It is a reality we (black women) deal with.
      2.“Leaking” sex tapes
      The stereotypical black woman is already oversexualized in every way. The images about us in the western world are sustained by the different entertainers, movies and other media creations that chose or are chosen by strategic marketers to profit from an apparent struggle. The last thing that can help us is to be “caught” on tape. It’s behaviour that is secretly expected from us thus there is only a hoe-factor instead of a surprise factor.
      3. Speaking in baby voice.

      In black communities the strength of women is often protected, motivated and praised. A baby voice simply doesn’t reflect strength. It only works when the target group (men) consider it “cute” if you do it. Im not saying that there are no black women who succesfully do it, I just doubt doing it would work for the majority due to our backgrounds. And who wants to sounds like a baby, when you’re a woman? Not a woman who wants to be taken serious I’ll tell you that much…
      4. Getting a nose job
      According to a combination of statistics, researches, surveys and the media, black people still could use a healthier dose of self-love (think of the DOLL-test!). This is a great generalisation of course because we all have our own DNA and can variate from boulimic insecurity to narcisistic confidence. However, thanks to several nosy stories about MJ and the like, a nose job or cheek implants or jaw “correction” will often be depicted as a clear sign of self-hatred. I will not say it always looks horrible. The reactions in the black communities just might be “not so much” as Borat would say.
      5. Walking around straight-faced
      If you don’t care about how people perceive you or the consequences that come with how people perceive you, when “walking around straight-faced” then there is nothing to worry about it. For the rest of us, it may very soon lead to being judged. Have an angry/serious face most of the time and you’ll be described as a closed of/angry black woman.
      6. Cackling loudly on the phone
      True as well. When I laugh, I love to laugh with passion. Life can be beautiful, especially through laughter. I’ve unfortunately have this bliss seen cut short by people who deemed it as ghetto/inaproprioate. Especially when I’m in public.
      7. Wearing low-rise skinny jeans
      Not true. The right size, brand, width and length can get most women there. A muffin top is however a no-no anywhere….
      8. Getting knocked up
      Walking around alone with a young kid, while being young yourself, already gets you certain looks. I say just don’t care. Once you are a “single baby momma” then you’ve got to work a little harder to gain respect from people in the (church) community. Deal with it and move on. It’s not the end of the world.
      Most of the judgements come from our “own people”. It all boils down to have purpose in your life, being self-confident and knowing where you stand for and why. Think about none of the point (except for #2!) have any effect on your life if you are a succesful lawyer, doctor or politician.
      It is all about how much other people’s opinions affect YOU when you’re already being a responsible put together adult with clothes that fit and don’t show your crack, self-confidence, only an eye for mature guys when dating, a good eye for what cosmetic enhancements would work for your face and body and (the according to your own beliefs) needed houshold situation for a child.
      I say get yourself together and # 1 en #3 to #8 simply won’t define you. Ever.
      JUST MY TWO CENTS PEOPLE!

  • Markyj210

    Its a trip that so many brothas are sick & tired of the black female scowl face…..u wonder why they go elsewhere?  they tired of hearing that BS from sistas

    • http://twitter.com/BourgieGeek Rosalind G

      Just because a black woman isn’t smiling doesn’t mean she’s scowling. She could be preoccupied and thinking about something else. Some people just look very serious when they’re not smiling, but that doesn’t mean they’re in a bad mood or are angry. And, if the only women a lot of black men come into contact with really ARE scowling, these men need to find new places to meet women who are mentally, emotionally, and spiritually balanced. IJS.

  • Genuwine

    Lot of people have serious issues on here………

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