From thinkdink.com:
As most of us know, we see discrimination in some from or another almost everyday and
often times it leaves a bad taste in our mouths. We hear thousands of stories about the
perils of discrimination but rarely do we hear about the victories…Here is a story that
shows us a side of diversity that we are all working for. Enjoy reading this positive side of
diversity…way to go British Airways!!
On a British Airways flight from Johannesburg, a middle-aged, well-off white South African
lady found her self sitting next to a black man. 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 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 the club is also full. However, we do have one seat in first class.” Before the
lady had 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, the stewardess turned to the black man and said: “So if you’d like to get your
things, sir, I have your seat ready for you…”
At which point the surrounding passengers stood and gave a standing ovation while the
gentleman walked to the front of the plane.
…people will forget what you said…
…people will forget what you did…
…but people will never forget how you made them feel…