Current Events > theroot.com: The Rock isn't black enough to be John Henry.

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Nomadic View 10/10/18 9:17:48 PM #1:	https://thegrapevine.theroot.com/the-peoples-eyeroll-dwayne-johnsons-casting-as-john-he-1829650189/amp --- {}\\{}(o){}\\//{}//=\\{})){}(< \\//{}{{-{}//\\{} {}xxxxxxxx{};;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;> <cite>Nomadic View posted [p:910320586] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>https://thegrapevine.theroot.com/the-peoples-eyeroll-dwayne-johnsons-casting-as-john-he-1829650189/amp</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
SauI_Goodman 10/10/18 9:18:31 PM #2:	Russell Wilson wasn't black enough either. I'm sure he's crying every night as he kisses his superbowl ring. --- Currently playing: Monster Hunter World (xbone), H1Z1 (ps4), Castlevania 4 (snes), Spiderman (ps4) <cite>SauI_Goodman posted [p:910320627] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>Russell Wilson wasn't black enough either. I'm sure he's crying every night as he kisses his superbowl ring.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
SSJ2GrimReaper 10/10/18 9:22:24 PM #3:	The Rock hasn't been black since like 2003 --- Big Apple, 3 A.M. https://imgur.com/YzjFA85 https://imgur.com/CqukfNH <cite>SSJ2GrimReaper posted [p:910320832] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>The Rock hasn't been black since like 2003</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
FlutterShy462s 10/10/18 9:23:07 PM #4:	This is pretty offensive --- FlutterShy462-2.0 / https://tinyurl.com/ybgms257 <cite>FlutterShy462s posted [p:910320883] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>This is pretty offensive</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Vyrulisse 10/10/18 9:23:47 PM #5:	theroot Stopped reading there, racist mutant offspring of Gawker. --- https://imgur.com/6VeX04D https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FDW7PViQts0 <cite>Vyrulisse posted [p:910320916] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>theroot Stopped reading there, racist mutant offspring of Gawker.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
X-Pac_Heat 10/10/18 9:24:50 PM #6:	I was hoping he was cast as Steel :( --- https://i.imgtc.com/BuY3Xle.jpg <cite>X-Pac_Heat posted [p:910320983] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>I was hoping he was cast as Steel :(</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
The_Ivory_Man 10/10/18 9:32:21 PM #7:	This really shouldn't be a problem. --- "Just because someone is killed doesn't mean they died" - Shojikan <cite>The_Ivory_Man posted [p:910321440] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>This really shouldn't be a problem.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Youngster_Joey_ 10/10/18 9:35:34 PM #8:	The Rock identifies as Samoan, Not Black That being said, that's a bunch of bullshit. They're side has made it absolutely clear that skin color an race should not effect actors ability to work so it's hypocritical for them to complain he's not "black" enough. <cite>Youngster_Joey_ posted [p:910321603] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>The Rock identifies as Samoan, Not Black That being said, that's a bunch of bullshit. They're side has made it absolutely clear that skin color an race should not effect actors ability to work so it's hypocritical for them to complain he's not "black" enough.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Zack_Attackv1 10/10/18 9:35:52 PM #9:	The Rock sez to know your role and shut your mouth! --- https://imgur.com/IoifGp9 https://imgur.com/Mf8CP2z <cite>Zack_Attackv1 posted [p:910321615] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>The Rock sez to know your role and shut your mouth!</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
spudger 10/10/18 9:39:00 PM #10:	SauI_Goodman posted... Russell Wilson wasn't black enough either. I'm sure he's crying every night as he kisses his superbowl ring. And his all black wife --- -Only dead fish swim with the current http://error1355.com/ce/spudger.html <cite>spudger posted [p:910321791] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>SauI_Goodman posted...</cite> <quote>Russell Wilson wasn't black enough either. I'm sure he's crying every night as he kisses his superbowl ring.</quote> And his all black wife</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Nomadic View 10/10/18 9:40:50 PM #11:	Maybe theyll reconsider the role and give it to a true black man that theroot approves of, like Shaun King. https://verysmartbrothas.theroot.com/this-shaun-king-takedown-attempt-is-fuckin-ridiculous-1822522759/amp --- {}\\{}(o){}\\//{}//=\\{})){}(< \\//{}{{-{}//\\{} {}xxxxxxxx{};;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;> <cite>Nomadic View posted [p:910321890] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>Maybe theyll reconsider the role and give it to a true black man that theroot approves of, like Shaun King. https://verysmartbrothas.theroot.com/this-shaun-king-takedown-attempt-is-fuckin-ridiculous-1822522759/amp</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Funbazooka 10/10/18 9:41:06 PM #12:	theroot.com hates white people --- "Don't trade your authenticity for approval." -Kanye West <cite>Funbazooka posted [p:910321904] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>theroot.com hates white people</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
The_Ivory_Man 10/10/18 9:42:27 PM #13:	https://mobile.twitter.com/therock/status/768840860121305090?lang=en He identifies as both. --- "Just because someone is killed doesn't mean they died" - Shojikan <cite>The_Ivory_Man posted [p:910321982] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>https://mobile.twitter.com/therock/status/768840860121305090?lang=en He identifies as both.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
WhoAltisitneway 10/10/18 9:44:26 PM #14:	the root? more like the rooty poo, candy ass jabronis on the corner of know your role blvd and jabroni drive! the root needs to drink a nice tall glass of shut the hell up juice! --- https://i.imgtc.com/Yag4CVi.jpg <cite>WhoAltisitneway posted [p:910322091] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>the root? more like the rooty poo, candy ass jabronis on the corner of know your role blvd and jabroni drive! the root needs to drink a nice tall glass of shut the hell up juice!</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
jumi 10/10/18 9:51:05 PM #15:	WhoAltisitneway posted... the root? more like the rooty poo, candy ass jabronis on the corner of know your role blvd and jabroni drive! the root needs to drink a nice tall glass of shut the hell up juice! They need to take this BS fake news, turn that sum'bitch sideways, and stick it straight up their candy ass! --- XBL Gamertag: Rob Thorsman Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/robertvsilvers <cite>jumi posted [p:910322432] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>WhoAltisitneway posted...</cite> <quote>the root? more like the rooty poo, candy ass jabronis on the corner of know your role blvd and jabroni drive! the root needs to drink a nice tall glass of shut the hell up juice!</quote> They need to take this BS fake news, turn that sum'bitch sideways, and stick it straight up their candy ass!</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Knowledge_King 10/11/18 9:28:34 AM #16:	They're not wrong. --- http://www.warwithwords.com Run: 4 Stars and IndieReader Approved:https://www.amazon.com/Run-M-N-ebook/dp/B076R7DCHN <cite>Knowledge_King posted [p:910342313] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>They're not wrong.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Caution999 10/11/18 9:29:44 AM #17:	This is really sad --- The best posts, believe me. <cite>Caution999 posted [p:910342356] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>This is really sad</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Anarchy_Juiblex 10/11/18 9:31:25 AM #18:	Colorism . . . wow. That'll really help the black community. -_- --- "Tolerance of intolerance is cowardice." ~ Ayaan Hirsi Ali <cite>Anarchy_Juiblex posted [p:910342425] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>Colorism . . . wow. That'll really help the black community. -_-</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Normal-Human 10/11/18 9:35:41 AM #19:	Youngster_Joey_ posted... The Rock identifies as Samoan, Not Black That being said, that's a bunch of bullshit. They're side has made it absolutely clear that skin color an race should not effect actors ability to work so it's hypocritical for them to complain he's not "black" enough. What the hell are you talking about? He identified as both Black and Samoan. He's black from his paternal side so he's Black. <cite>Normal-Human posted [p:910342576] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>Youngster_Joey_ posted...</cite> <quote>The Rock identifies as Samoan, Not Black That being said, that's a bunch of bullshit. They're side has made it absolutely clear that skin color an race should not effect actors ability to work so it's hypocritical for them to complain he's not "black" enough.</quote> What the hell are you talking about? He identified as both Black and Samoan. He's black from his paternal side so he's Black.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Balrog0 10/11/18 9:35:53 AM #20:	he probably identifies as what he is which is a multiracial person and that's fine idk this is dicey territory imo --- But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. <cite>Balrog0 posted [p:910342582] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>he probably identifies as what he is which is a multiracial person and that's fine idk this is dicey territory imo</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
WaterLink 10/11/18 9:43:03 AM #21:	If only Michael Clarke Duncan was still alive. :/ --- No one sings like you anymore <cite>WaterLink posted [p:910342852] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>If only Michael Clarke Duncan was still alive. :/</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
KILBOTz 10/11/18 9:46:03 AM #22:	Um, the Rock was the leader of the Nation of Domination. His credientials as a black man are unimpeachable. --- https://imgur.com/O3syCWD https://imgur.com/k3YiBdG <cite>KILBOTz posted [p:910342973] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>Um, the Rock was the leader of the Nation of Domination. His credientials as a black man are unimpeachable.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
KILBOTz 10/11/18 9:46:59 AM #23:	WaterLink posted... If only Michael Clarke Duncan was still alive. :/ He was pretty much made for the role. --- https://imgur.com/O3syCWD https://imgur.com/k3YiBdG <cite>KILBOTz posted [p:910343005] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>WaterLink posted...</cite> <quote>If only Michael Clarke Duncan was still alive. :/</quote> He was pretty much made for the role.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Annihilated 10/11/18 9:48:37 AM #24:	Both sides, though. <cite>Annihilated posted [p:910343055] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>Both sides, though.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Doom_Art 10/11/18 9:49:54 AM #25:	imagine caring about what the root has to say lol --- Not removing this until Mega Man 64 is released on the Wii Virtual Console. Started on: 12/1/2009 https://imgur.com/mPvcy <cite>Doom_Art posted [p:910343112] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>imagine caring about what the root has to say lol</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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Returning_CEmen 10/11/18 10:18:18 AM #27:	With Michael Clark Duncan out of the picture, The Rock is the best we have for the role. I guess maybe Terry Crews. --- https://imgur.com/mRP9Jej <cite>Returning_CEmen posted [p:910344193] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>With Michael Clark Duncan out of the picture, The Rock is the best we have for the role. I guess maybe Terry Crews.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
KrayzieBonezz 10/11/18 10:47:53 AM #28:	fenderbender321 posted... Do we know for certain that John Henry's parents weren't Black and Samoan? What is cannon as far as his race goes? Please cite sources. John Henry was as dark if not darker than Robert Downey Jr. in Tropic Thunder. --- R.I.P Chris, Daniel, Nancy Benoit https://youtu.be/yOL02oq2rj8 <cite>KrayzieBonezz posted [p:910345336] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>fenderbender321 posted...</cite> <quote>Do we know for certain that John Henry's parents weren't Black and Samoan? What is cannon as far as his race goes? Please cite sources.</quote> John Henry was as dark if not darker than Robert Downey Jr. in Tropic Thunder.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Nomadic View 10/11/18 11:48:15 AM #29:	Returning_CEmen posted... With Michael Clark Duncan out of the picture, The Rock is the best we have for the role. I guess maybe Terry Crews. I gotta say Terry Crews would be a phenomenal choice. --- {}\\{}(o){}\\//{}//=\\{})){}(< \\//{}{{-{}//\\{} {}xxxxxxxx{};;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;;> <cite>Nomadic View posted [p:910348116] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>Returning_CEmen posted...</cite> <quote>With Michael Clark Duncan out of the picture, The Rock is the best we have for the role. I guess maybe Terry Crews.</quote> I gotta say Terry Crews would be a phenomenal choice.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Knowledge_King 10/11/18 3:01:09 PM #30:	Normal-Human posted... He identified as both Black and Samoan. He's black from his paternal side so he's Black. Nah, he mostly identifies with his Samoan side. Ex. in Fast and Furious he's shown as 'Samoan Thor' not 'Black Thor'. And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black. --- http://www.warwithwords.com Run: 4 Stars and IndieReader Approved:https://www.amazon.com/Run-M-N-ebook/dp/B076R7DCHN <cite>Knowledge_King posted [p:910358075] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>Normal-Human posted...</cite> <quote>He identified as both Black and Samoan. He's black from his paternal side so he's Black. </quote> Nah, he mostly identifies with his Samoan side. Ex. in Fast and Furious he's shown as 'Samoan Thor' not 'Black Thor'. And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Balrog0 10/11/18 3:49:56 PM #31:	Knowledge_King posted... And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black. yeah this is the dicey territory I was talking about, Obama is black because he married a black woman and projects as black despite growing up with his white family and in an indonesia with his indonesian step father. The Rock isn't black because he doesn't live enough like a black person, even though he actually grew up with his black father just kinda weird --- But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. <cite>Balrog0 posted [p:910360544] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>Knowledge_King posted...</cite> <quote>And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black.</quote> yeah this is the dicey territory I was talking about, Obama is black because he married a black woman and projects as black despite growing up with his white family and in an indonesia with his indonesian step father. The Rock isn't black because he doesn't live enough like a black person, even though he actually grew up with his black father just kinda weird</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
WaterLink 10/11/18 3:50:36 PM #32:	Balrog0 posted... Knowledge_King posted... And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black. yeah this is the dicey territory I was talking about, Obama is black because he married a black woman and projects as black despite growing up with his white family and in an indonesia with his indonesian step father. The Rock isn't black because he doesn't live enough like a black person, even though he actually grew up with his black father just kinda weird So this would make Kaepernick not black because he grew up with a white family? --- No one sings like you anymore <cite>WaterLink posted [p:910360575] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>Balrog0 posted...</cite> <quote><cite>Knowledge_King posted...</cite> <quote> And no, being half black with a black father doesn't make you Black.</quote> yeah this is the dicey territory I was talking about, Obama is black because he married a black woman and projects as black despite growing up with his white family and in an indonesia with his indonesian step father. The Rock isn't black because he doesn't live enough like a black person, even though he actually grew up with his black father just kinda weird</quote> So this would make Kaepernick not black because he grew up with a white family?</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
Balrog0 10/11/18 3:52:20 PM #33:	he's obviously been conspicuously black enough for long enough honestly it's probably just a question of looks ultimately anyway --- But to you who are listening I say: Love your enemies, do good to those who hate you, bless those who curse you, pray for those who mistreat you. <cite>Balrog0 posted [p:910360670] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote>he's obviously been conspicuously black enough for long enough honestly it's probably just a question of looks ultimately anyway</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
RchHomieQuanChi 10/11/18 3:53:17 PM #34:	X-Pac_Heat posted... I was hoping he was cast as Steel :( That's what I thought and I was 100% for it. --- I have nothing else to say <cite>RchHomieQuanChi posted [p:910360725] in theroot.co... [t:77086632]...</cite> <quote><cite>X-Pac_Heat posted...</cite> <quote>I was hoping he was cast as Steel :(</quote> That's what I thought and I was 100% for it.</quote> ... Copied to Clipboard!
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