Do you think that dividing the Survivor tribes by race will have any ramifications for the show or network?

Question

Do you think that dividing the Survivor tribes by race will have any ramifications for the show or network?

Answer

Our rationale for dividing Survivor tribes by ethnicity was based upon our belief that racial differences were highly unlikely to matter when the modern world was removed. br brSurvivor takes place on an island where economics, ethnicity and social class count for nothing. What is important is your ability to build a fire and catch fish. On an island, the value system by which we judge others and even choose to associate or align with others is totally different from choices that may be made in the modern world. Add to this, the political nature of Survivor and the questions are Do I like this person? and Can I convince this person to vote for me? br brSurvivor is probably one of the greatest leadership and management tests you can witness. Its almost like firing someone who works as your subordinate, then the next day, asking them to lobby your boss to give you a promotion. Survivor is the equivalent of this where the very people you play a part in getting rid of, are asked to turn around and reward you for it. br brI believe that most people are inherently good and very few people are intentionally bigoted. Its all about whether you actually get to know people and getting to know them in a totally fresh environment such as on a desert island further reduces any potential for bigotry. br brWere we correct?? Time will tell. All I can say is that the series will pull no punches and will at the very least show that its impossible to stereotype people once you meet them and even vicariously live with them as they struggle to build a world together while still looking out for themselves. br brI agree with the NAACP in that there is no escaping the reality that race is a complex and emotional issue in America one we are still reluctant to confront and address and I am happy that they have reserved judgment until they watch the series. I would encourage anyone to follow this lead and watch at least a few episodes to get a clear picture of how the dynamic will play out.