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whatever. every post-cosby black show could be described as wack and stereotypical, so why is this nigga gettin extra heat?

'cause he's making loot.

there's a problem in the entertainment industry that many seem afraid to face: blacks who achieve substantial success without the blessing, cosignage or awareness of white folk are invariably shit on. they just don't understand HOW a nigga can do it. and they really do get mad at black folks for supporting it. it's disgusting.

and y'all wonder why i always whittle these decidely complex discussions down to: "they just mad"