Liberals TRIGGERED Over Man DEMANDING Black People RAISE STANDARDS After Ghetto Dining At Ruth Chris
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Summary
Takeaways
- ❖The hosts agree with a viral video creator who criticized Black patrons for wearing sagging pants, bubble coats, and revealing clothing in upscale restaurants like Ruth's Chris.
- ❖They argue that such 'street energy' and inappropriate attire reflect a lack of self-respect and disrespect for the establishment, ruining the experience for others.
- ❖The hosts dismiss arguments that Ruth's Chris is not truly 'fine dining' or that discussing these issues is harmful, suggesting these are excuses from those who cannot afford or appreciate such venues.
Insights
1The Impact of Presentation on Perception and Opportunity
The hosts emphasize that how individuals, particularly Black men, present themselves in public spaces directly influences how they are perceived by the world and affects their access to opportunities and respect. They argue that ignoring dress codes or bringing 'street energy' to upscale environments creates unnecessary uphill battles.
The host states, 'The way you present yourself is how the world reads you. We already are fighting a uphill battle at times... why are you like we got to do better.' ()
2Critique of 'Street Energy' and Inappropriate Attire in Fine Dining
The podcast strongly criticizes the presence of individuals wearing sagging pants, bubble coats, and overly revealing clothing in high-end restaurants like Ruth's Chris. This behavior is labeled as 'EBT community' conduct, which the hosts believe detracts from the ambiance and ruins the experience for patrons seeking a special occasion.
The host describes seeing 'dudes walking by with their pants sagging with they jeans sagging with these bubble coats with they hoods on' at Ruth's Chris. () Another host adds, 'Smelt like weed. Okay. Again, you had a whole EBT community there, right? A bunch of plus-sized black women with the with their breasts hanging out.' ()
3Rejection of Downplaying Upscale Dining Standards
The hosts challenge the notion that restaurants like Ruth's Chris are not truly high-end or that dressing up for them is unnecessary. They argue that such claims often come from people who cannot afford these establishments and are attempting to normalize lower standards, thereby justifying their own lack of appropriate presentation.
A host quotes a comment: 'You see Ruth Chris as an icon for fine dining. I see Ruth Chris as a fast casual steakhouse.' and responds, 'I guarantee you this person ain't got money like that, right? claiming Ruth Chris is fast casual. Anywhere I go where I got to pay a $100 for a steak is not uh fast casual.' ()
4Personal Responsibility vs. Systemic Issues
While acknowledging the existence of systemic issues and barriers, the hosts assert that these should not dictate personal control over presentation. They emphasize that individuals can and should control how they show up in the world, particularly in formal settings.
The original video creator states, 'Are there systematic issues and barriers in place... Regardless of those things, there's still systematic issues 100%. But that should not dictate how you as a man... how you present and show up in the world, that should not dictate what you can control.' ()
Lessons
- Assess your attire and behavior to ensure it aligns with the expected standards of the establishment you are visiting, especially in upscale restaurants.
- Recognize that personal presentation can influence how you are perceived and impact opportunities, regardless of systemic challenges.
- Invest in appropriate clothing like slacks, collared shirts, and blazers for formal or semi-formal occasions, understanding there's a time and place for different styles.
Quotes
"The way you present yourself is how the world reads you."
"Why am I sitting down with my wife at Ruth Chris cutting into this nice ribeye and I see dudes walking by with their pants sagging with they jeans sagging with these bubble coats with they hoods on."
"I come to restaurants like this to get away from the EBT community but the EBT community was there engaging in EBT behavior."
"You can't complain about how you're treated when you present yourself in a way that basically justifies some of the treatment that these people boohoo and cry about talking about racism."
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