You think of the typical New Yorker (city dweller, not the whole state) and a slew of stereotypical images come to mind. Obnoxious, self centered, rude, wouldn't give the time of day. They just plod along oblivious to any outside influence that has nothing to do with them or benefiting them. Now take the portrayed view of the typical Republican... I won't type it all over again, just insert Republican where New Yorker is. It would appear that these should be kindred spirits, yet New Yorkers are doing all they can to make it known that the Republican convention is not welcome there.
Seems odd........
Started by SteveL, 08/31/2004 05:02PM
Posted 08/31/2004 05:02PM
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Posted 08/31/2004 11:02PM
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Oh no! It's not my stereotype. I apologize if it came across as that, and I was duped by the media.
The stereotype is portrayed by television in their sitcoms and even in some of the dramatic shows (Law and Order, for one). Also most media outlets portray the "typical NY stereotype" to some extent.
It came from an article I read on delegates trying to find lodging for the convention. They were met with big banners across the front of rental places stating "Republicans no welcome". It also showed want ads in the rooms for let section of the classifieds "No Republicans, but protesters welcome". This article claimed it was widespread.
I just read another article that talked about many hotels in the area removing Heinz Ketchup bottles from their resturants so as not to offend the Republicans.
I worked in NY for 2 years (lived in CT) and met many fine people there. While there were some that fit the negative stereotype they were far from the norm.
The stereotype is portrayed by television in their sitcoms and even in some of the dramatic shows (Law and Order, for one). Also most media outlets portray the "typical NY stereotype" to some extent.
It came from an article I read on delegates trying to find lodging for the convention. They were met with big banners across the front of rental places stating "Republicans no welcome". It also showed want ads in the rooms for let section of the classifieds "No Republicans, but protesters welcome". This article claimed it was widespread.
I just read another article that talked about many hotels in the area removing Heinz Ketchup bottles from their resturants so as not to offend the Republicans.
I worked in NY for 2 years (lived in CT) and met many fine people there. While there were some that fit the negative stereotype they were far from the norm.
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