JAPs

A new show attempts to reinforce the characterization of young Jewish women as "Jewish American Princesses" (JAPs).  This is racism, not humor. I am NOT amused.  As one thoughtful woman responded: "No one would make a program showing black people eating watermelon. Same thing."

Spoiled, bratty behavior crosses all ethnic lines.  And so does hard work, intelligence and charity.

I am so proud of the young Jewish women among my family and friends. They include a registered cardiac nurse, the manager of website development for a top tier magazine, a special education teacher for Chicago public schools, an Associate Director for student affairs for Ben Gurion University, a marketing manager for a major online retailer and a staff reporter for a widely circulated magazine. Trust me, they are working their tushies off even if they (probably) do all carry designer handbags.

This show does women, and particularly Jewish women, a tremendous disservice.  It has to go.  And quickly.  

http://www.change.org/petitions/bravo-princesses-long-island-cancel-the-show