-----Original Message-----
From: Ara Mesdjian [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
Sent: Friday, July 14, 2000 2:47 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Joke: Go British Airways!


As we know, we see discrimination in some form or another almost everyday
and often times it leaves a sour taste in our mouths. The following story
shows us the side of diversity that we are all working for. It is a
pleasant twist to see that there are companies and individuals who face
discrimination head on, if only one small step at a time. Enjoy reading the
positive side of diversity...I applaud British Airways for their action in
this situation.

On a British Airways flight from Johannesburg, a middle-aged, well-off
white South African Lady has found herself sitting next to a blackman. She
called the cabin crew attendant over to complain about her seating.

"What seems to be the problem Madam?" asked the attendant.
"Can't you see?" she said "You've sat me next to a kaffir. I can't possibly
sit next to this disgusting human. Find me another seat!"

"Please calm down Madam." the stewardess replied. "The flight is very full
today, but I'll tell you what I'll do-I'll go and check to see if we have
any seats available in club or first class." The woman cocks a snooty look
at the outraged black man beside her (not to mention many of the
surrounding passengers).

A few minutes later the stewardess returns with the good news, which she
delivers to the lady,who cannot help but look at the people around her with
a smug and self satisfied grin: "Madam, unfortunately, as I suspected,
economy is full. I've spoken to the cabin services director, and club is
also full. However, we do have one seat in first class." Before the lady
has a chance to answer, the stewardess continues ... "It is most
extraordinary to make this kind of upgrade, however, and I have had to get
special permission from the captain. But, given the circumstances, the
captain felt that it was outrageous that someone be forced to sit next to
such an obnoxious person."

With which, she turned to the black man sitting next to the woman, and
said: "So if you'd like to get your things, sir, I have your seat ready for
you..." At which point, apparently the surrounding passengers stood and
gave a standing ovation while the black guy walks up to the front of the
plane.

----------------------------------------------------------------------------
To unsubscribe/subscribe or view archives of postings, visit:

        http://maelstrom.stjohns.edu/archives/aam.html

AAM Website:  http://www.danenet.wicip.org/aam
----------------------------------------------------------------------------