This could have gotten me in trouble. Say nothing.

[BobPSU92]

I was pulling out of a parking lot yesterday when a young African American male walked by. His jeans were down below his ass in the back, exposing his underwear. Literally, his whole ass covered by underwear was exposed. Ridiculous and gross.

For a split second, I thought about rolling down my window and telling him to pull up his pants. Then I thought the better of it. I could see being labeled RACIST. and the situation making its way to social media. Just what I would need, of course. Perhaps more relevant, it wasn’t my business. I didn’t know the guy, and it’s not like he was in my living room.

Sometimes, many times, it’s best to resist the temptation and say nothing.

 

[Connorpozlee]

I was pulling out of a parking lot yesterday when a young African American male walked by. His jeans were down below ass in the back, exposing his underwear. Literally, his whole ass covered by underwear was exposed. Ridiculous and gross.

For a split second, I thought about rolling down my window and telling him to pull up his pants. Then I thought the better of it. I could see being labeled RACIST. and making its way to social media

Its a good thing you thought better of it before putting it out in some sort of public forum.

 

[BobPSU92]

Its a good thing you thought better of it before putting it out in some sort of public forum.

Hey, we all post stupidity. I lead the league (today; it’s fluid), but I’m not alone.

 

[BVSt.Paul]

Good move. Telling someone to alter their behavior most often does not alter their behavior. I’m still learning that.

 

[Connorpozlee]

Hey, we all post stupidity. I lead the league (today; it’s fluid), but I’m not alone.

I will make an attempt to catch up to you before the day is over. I have confidence in my stupidity.

 

[BobPSU92]

Good move. Telling someone to alter their behavior most often does not alter their behavior. I’m still learning that.

We can’t legislate much. Like I said, the guy wasn’t in my home. The easy and correct thing to do was say nothing and drive away, which I did.

I found the kid’s clothing appearance objectionable, but it obviously had nothing to do with race. I’ve seen white kids wear their pants low, though it isn’t so common these days in general. It was more of a thing some years ago. Nevertheless, I could see where I would have been labeled RACIST. yesterday had I said something, even though that had nothing to do with my objection.

 

[interrobang]

You don't need to say "pull them up"

You just ask "hey, do you need a belt or smaller pants? Let me know I'll help"

 

[BobPSU92]

You don't need to say "pull them up"

You just ask "hey, do you need a belt or smaller pants? Let me know I'll help"

Help? That could get me in even more trouble.

 

[PearlSUJam]

We can’t legislate much. Like I said, the guy wasn’t in my home. The easy and correct thing to do was say nothing and drive away, which I did.

I found the kid’s clothing appearance objectionable, but it obviously had nothing to do with race. I’ve seen white kids wear their pants low, though it isn’t so common these days in general. It was more of a thing some years ago. Nevertheless, I could see where I would have been labeled RACIST. yesterday had I said something, even though that had nothing to do with my objection.

Yesterday I was stopped at a light and saw a guy with dreads. I thought nothing of it and then the light turned green.

 

[BobPSU92]

Yesterday I was stopped at a light and saw a guy with dreads. I thought nothing of it and then the light turned green.

You didn’t have the time to write him a letter.

 

[psuro]

Yesterday I was stopped at a light and saw a guy with dreads. I thought nothing of it and then the light turned green.

Then what did you do?

Don’t keep us in suspense!

 

[Aardvark86]

I was pulling out of a parking lot yesterday when a young African American male walked by. His jeans were down below his ass in the back, exposing his underwear. Literally, his whole ass covered by underwear was exposed. Ridiculous and gross.

For a split second, I thought about rolling down my window and telling him to pull up his pants. Then I thought the better of it. I could see being labeled RACIST. and the situation making its way to social media. Just what I would need, of course. Perhaps more relevant, it wasn’t my business. I didn’t know the guy, and it’s not like he was in my living room.

Sometimes, many times, it’s best to resist the temptation and say nothing.

Personally I'm a believer that rather than didactic instructions, public ridicule works better.

 

[Woodpecker]

 

[pandaczar12]

The only valid reason to say something was if you were concerned for his/her safety. (Granted I don't think the gals dress like that... maybe it will catch on one day.)

 

[rudedude]

 

[lein]

Yesterday I was stopped at a light and saw a guy with dreads. I thought nothing of it and then the light turned green.

If you thought nothing of it, why do you remember?

 

[PearlSUJam]

If you thought nothing of it, why do you remember?

Remember what?

 

[BobPSU92]

So why do guys walk around with their pants low. Do girls actually like it? I figure most girls would consider it a turnoff.

 

[jrd23psu]

I don’t get why anyone cares about this stuff? The guy can dress however he wants. You’re probably never going to see him again. Saying something to a person like that would never even cross my mind. You see a person for 5 whole seconds of your life and your first instinct is to criticize him in public?

WTF?

 

[HunterPSU96]

 

[anon_1eeb2b426hv3y]

Yesterday I was stopped at a light and saw a guy with dreads. I thought nothing of it and then the light turned green.

I think something of them. I really like dreads. I think they look pretty cool, especially well-kept dreads.

FWIW, I don't assume Sheriff Droopy Pants would necessarily take @BobPSU92 as racist. But fair to assume he'd take the unnecessary negative and critical comment as rude, which it would have been. Good job abstaining from unnecessary conflict, Bob, regardless of the sex, race or whatever of the person you left alone.

 

[ClarkstonMark]

So why do guys walk around with their pants low. Do girls actually like it? I figure most girls would consider it a turnoff.

I wish more women would dress like those two women at the world series the other night

 

[BobPSU92]

I wish more girls would dress like those two girls at the world series the other night

Definitely. Most women I see walking around are clothed. What’s up with that?

 

[hagberg]

A guy I used to work with was telling me about his son and the son's friend walking into his house with their pants below their ass. He told them that fashion started in prison, and was a way to let other inmates know you're "open for business."

 

[anon_1eeb2b426hv3y]

I wish more women would dress like those two women at the world series the other night

FLAG!!!!!

 

[ralphster]

Bob, I don't think it would be racist to pull up his pants for him with tongs.

But if you threw the tongs away afterward, that could be construed as racist.

 

[The Spin Meister]

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Here ya go Bob. Just get this Cd or cassette tape lol, and play it with the windows down whenever you see an appropriate target.

It is amazing how peer pressure can get us all to do some really stupid stuff. Like walking around with your pants down so you look gansta. But looking back on my own misspent youth, there were some crazy things that we did in order to 'fit in' Thankfully, I have gotten to the point where I don't give a damn any more and do as I please.

 

[83wuzme]

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I was waiting for this.

 

[TheBumble]

I've always wondered how they stay up. If my pants get any lower than 3/4 cheek, they're going to my ankles.

 

[demlion]

I was pulling out of a parking lot yesterday when a young African American male walked by. His jeans were down below his ass in the back, exposing his underwear. Literally, his whole ass covered by underwear was exposed. Ridiculous and gross.

For a split second, I thought about rolling down my window and telling him to pull up his pants. Then I thought the better of it. I could see being labeled RACIST. and the situation making its way to social media. Just what I would need, of course. Perhaps more relevant, it wasn’t my business. I didn’t know the guy, and it’s not like he was in my living room.
Sometimes, many times, it’s best to resist the temptation and say nothing.

Way to go, Bob! Despite your arrogant, entitled feeling that it was somehow your place to share with the guy what you thought about his mode of dress, you STFU.

Because, as it IS none of your business, you might have been told to F off, or alternatively, beaten within an inch of your prim and proper, scones-and-lattes life.

That would have been unfortunate. Though, if it happens, many here would happily review the photos and chuckle about them. IF it happens, please get pictures of your injuries. Thanks.

 

[paulrandythomas]

Given your thread title, and the first few words “I was pulling out”, it could have ended there. Be right back.

 

[GreggK]

Deciding to post your dumb thoughts is close to being as dumb.

 

[BobPSU92]

A guy I used to work with was telling me about his son and the son's friend walking into his house with their pants below their ass. He told them that fashion started in prison, and was a way to let other inmates know you're "open for business."

 

[Bob78]

Way to go, Bob! Despite your arrogant, entitled feeling that it was somehow your place to share with the guy what you thought about his mode of dress, you STFU.

Because, as it IS none of your business, you might have been told to F off, or alternatively, beaten within an inch of your prim and proper, scones-and-lattes life.

That would have been unfortunate. Though, if it happens, many here would happily review the photos and chuckle about them. IF it happens, please get pictures of your injuries. Thanks.

 

[BobPSU92]

Bob, I don't think it would be racist to pull up his pants for him with tongs.

But if you threw the tongs away afterward, that could be construed as racist.

Agreed.

 

[NITTANYJGK]

In today's world, speaking the truth often gets you tagged as a racist. Get used to it. That's what our world has become.

 

[BobPSU92]

Given your thread title, and the first few words “I was pulling out”, it could have ended there. Be right back.

 

[KnightSlayer]

A guy I used to work with was telling me about his son and the son's friend walking into his house with their pants below their ass. He told them that fashion started in prison, and was a way to let other inmates know you're "open for business."

You don't really think that is true, do you? Sagging pants started in the prison system because inmates were not allowed to wear belts and prison issued pants weren't exactly tailor fit.

 

[KnightSlayer]

In today's world, speaking the truth often gets you tagged as a racist. Get used to it. That's what our world has become.

Nonsense. Posting stupid shit gets you tagged as stupid.

 

[LionJim]

Good move. Telling someone to alter their behavior most often does not alter their behavior. I’m still learning that.

Yeah, my dad told me years ago to stop playing with myself.