Family of teens who planned pool party in Lee’s Summit calling for change

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  • čas přidán 8. 08. 2022
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    The father of two teenagers who had planned a pool party at the Summit Waves water park in Lee’s Summit is calling for changes after the party was cancelled at the last minute.

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  • @whisper2284
    @whisper2284 Před rokem +876

    We just witnessed the epitome of what is meant by the term, A Real Man”! This Father is intelligent, mentally agile when fielding questions from journalists, protective of his wife and children, a business owner and provider, supports his community and leads by example. Hats off to his lovely wife that stood by her man and trusted him to lead the family in the right direction.
    This was beautiful to watch. We need to see more Black men represented in a positive light.

    • @tjohnsonwhite
      @tjohnsonwhite Před rokem +29

      My sentiments exactly!!!

    • @sarahchristopher436
      @sarahchristopher436 Před rokem +48

      I’d be proud to have such a man lead my family.

    • @mysteriousace6246
      @mysteriousace6246 Před rokem +45

      I hope most black men are watching how this brotha ain't no ignorant thug. The way you look and present yourself tells a lot about you and this man sets the example for his family. Most people are just ignorant with excuses.

    • @ReelCoast79
      @ReelCoast79 Před rokem +43

      We are here, they’ve been our story tellers for too long. They only want to show us in a “negative light” . Let’s tell our OWN stories of TRUTH!💯🙏🏾✌🏾✊🏾

    • @francesbreedlove5464
      @francesbreedlove5464 Před rokem

      ÷eeeeeee÷ee÷eeeeee÷tyetttttttt/tye÷÷ye&_yretetey÷÷e÷e÷eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee÷ee÷eeeeeeeeeee÷÷eyee!¹

  • @mikedaniels3426
    @mikedaniels3426 Před rokem +1094

    This brother didn't even need representation, he spoke up better than the lawyer. Well spoken brother 💪🏽💪🏽💯💯💯✊🏽

  • @ConversationswithApril_
    @ConversationswithApril_ Před rokem +378

    A great example of a man, a father, leading his family and advocating for his sons as a protector does. This is what happens when you mess with the “right” family. Very proud moment.

    • @amoywaid8907
      @amoywaid8907 Před rokem

      He is an example of why they continue to destroy the melanated family unit by drugs and guns in communities, mass incarceration, abortion, lack of education/ opportunities, police killings of our men, etc

    • @cococandy101
      @cococandy101 Před rokem +2

      Facts💗

    • @Babynobody74
      @Babynobody74 Před rokem +3

      Yes we need more men like this.

    • @derekd1510
      @derekd1510 Před rokem +2

      Maybe if he had followed the rules and not advertised the party on social media, attracting far too many attendees for the venue to support they could have had a nice party for their children. Instead they decided to provoke a negative situation and are now trying to profit from it. Things that make you go: Hmmm.

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +6

      @@derekd1510 They "decided?" It's not a conspiracy LOL. And what's this about "profit?" They just want their money back which is not unreasonable. If anyone conspired here it was the park and the shady way they are not being transparent about their reasons for not upholding THEIR END of the contract. THAT is an illegal practice. And nothing in the contract prevents the customer from letting other people know on social media about THEIR PARTY BECAUSE IT'S THEIR PARTY THAT THEY PAID FOR.

  • @allaboutherterritory
    @allaboutherterritory Před rokem +322

    He told his sons “I love y’all”. Definitely a real stand up guy/father/husband 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

  • @tonis5140
    @tonis5140 Před rokem +393

    I about died when he took his glasses off and said, "let's talk numbers." I knew he was about to kill it.

    • @karenking1920
      @karenking1920 Před rokem +11

      Yes, he got emotional

    • @moralthreat2745
      @moralthreat2745 Před rokem +1

      It sounds like you love drama?

    • @pamelagilmore7222
      @pamelagilmore7222 Před rokem +23

      @@karenking1920 he sure did and he discredited everything that water park said because getting discriminated against tends to make people emotional.

    • @hellaSwankkyToo
      @hellaSwankkyToo Před rokem +19

      @@moralthreat2745 sounds like you're projecting + trying to start sumn. take it elsewhere, try someone else.
      edits: typos.

    • @moralthreat2745
      @moralthreat2745 Před rokem +2

      @@hellaSwankkyToo Sorry, who do you think I'm protecting? Also, "trying to start some", start some what? Do you even know how to complete a thought or even a sentence? Also, I did think the original post was an overreaction. You may want to put down the Hypnotic before attempting to comment effectively. Is English your first language?

  • @latoshathomas9300
    @latoshathomas9300 Před rokem +290

    Look how the son is watching his father. Speakers volumes for me!

    • @majik31401
      @majik31401 Před rokem +20

      THATS HIS HERO

    • @sarahchristopher436
      @sarahchristopher436 Před rokem +19

      He’s proud and learning from his dad.

    • @truarnett5519
      @truarnett5519 Před rokem +2

      I noticed it and thought it was sweet.

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +3

      @@derekd1510 They "decided?" It's not a conspiracy LOL. And what's this about "profit?" They just want their money back which is not unreasonable. If anyone conspired here it was the park and the shady way they are not being transparent about their reasons for not upholding THEIR END of the contract. THAT is an illegal practice. And nothing in the contract prevents the customer from letting other people know on social media about THEIR PARTY BECAUSE IT'S THEIR PARTY THAT THEY PAID FOR.

    • @jenniferalexander1597
      @jenniferalexander1597 Před rokem +1

      @@jowhit226 FACTS clearly Derek wasn't paying attention to the press conference SMDH we wouldn't be seeing this if it was a white family having a swim party they would've been very comfortable if they were white teens

  • @icequeen0075
    @icequeen0075 Před rokem +150

    When dad took those glasses off, I knew he was getting ready to go in professionally and so gracefully! Go dad🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾💯

    • @NoLineNoWait123AbC
      @NoLineNoWait123AbC Před rokem

      He’s a fear monger. How will they sleep at night?!? Really, is this situation that deep?

  • @cute4real846
    @cute4real846 Před rokem +74

    When you’ve messed with the wrong, articulate, professional, caring, responsible parents. Get all that’s coming to you , Family 💖

    • @thesun-N-moon8885
      @thesun-N-moon8885 Před rokem

      Did you think anyone would act a fool while bringing a case seeking money and justice

    • @cute4real846
      @cute4real846 Před rokem

      @@thesun-N-moon8885 ok

    • @gorddangit8463
      @gorddangit8463 Před rokem

      @@thesun-N-moon8885 nah they just acted like fools when they tried to cheat the system and bring 40 extra people when they only paid for 20

  • @teeada6858
    @teeada6858 Před rokem +445

    This dad is so smart and makes so much sense. I love how he's able to break the whole situation down without being emotional. He's a great example of how to gain respect while being level-headed to all the youth who think they need to pick up a gun to gain respect, which they don't.

    • @goldengold5676
      @goldengold5676 Před rokem +11

      🎯🎯🎯

    • @krounsaville3359
      @krounsaville3359 Před rokem +9

      Facts

    • @rubydeeeyes9536
      @rubydeeeyes9536 Před rokem +20

      Dad should run for public office. He's got what it takes get people on common ground.

    • @queenmommie100
      @queenmommie100 Před rokem +1

      Those are the 2/3rds of IsRael lost for a lack of knowledge of The Most High God. Those are the ones that will pick up a sword gun. We are the people of the Bible. That is our history. Not Christians they lied to everyone.

    • @cherylshaw8563
      @cherylshaw8563 Před rokem +7

      Yes, he did it without displaying emotion. As I have heard other commenters say, we, especially our men, look weak when we break down crying openly before evil racist. I agree that if emotions are felt, they should be displayed in private.

  • @sherrymason811
    @sherrymason811 Před rokem +83

    Thank you, sir, for setting this matter straight! Lee Summit tried to establish a false narrative, but you didn’t let that fly! Your family deserved more and you made that happen. 🙌

  • @the7thdean1
    @the7thdean1 Před rokem +245

    She understood exactly what she said and she knew what she was saying. Loose financial pockets will teach her.

    • @bewareofsasquatch
      @bewareofsasquatch Před rokem +2

      Actually the family broke the contract. Them getting kicked out was 100% justified.

    • @the7thdean1
      @the7thdean1 Před rokem +18

      @@bewareofsasquatch how did they break the contract

    • @dreaminlayers
      @dreaminlayers Před rokem +20

      @@bewareofsasquatch They didn't break any contract! They weren't even THERE for the party yet when LS Waves decided to cancel the reservation! They looked at the social media response and after decades of people RSVPing "I'll be there" and not showing up, they decided to cancel the reservation based on their own assumptions and prejudice of the entire situation! If they had just waited and talked to the family they probably would have paid the extra $200 to cover of any extra people happened to show, but if even the POLICE said there were not 500 kids there, then they did NOT break any contract!
      They created their own possible bad situation with their own actions, but like this father said, the way it turned out says EVERYTHING about who these teens are and how they were raised.

    • @jlmoss5154
      @jlmoss5154 Před rokem

      NaDine Rawls I wholeheartedly share your sentiments…

    • @tammyjohnson1927
      @tammyjohnson1927 Před rokem +8

      @@jlmoss5154 I'm sure you do share those racist sentiments they just didn't want a large group of black teens having a party there that's what made them so uncomfortable I suppose it makes you feel the same way too.

  • @awesomenewproducts9216
    @awesomenewproducts9216 Před rokem +51

    The family even had their own personal security for the event. Sounds like an undisclosed compensation settlement will be awarded!

    • @KillaCityKid427
      @KillaCityKid427 Před rokem

      The park already refunded their money. He didn’t rent the entire park. He’s acts like his guests are the only ones present in the park. He wanna talk numbers he shouldn’t have been talkin how much the entire park was if he wanted special treatment.

    • @awesomenewproducts9216
      @awesomenewproducts9216 Před rokem +7

      @@KillaCityKid427 You're missing the point! The refunded money does nothing to stop the park from discrimination. When companies start getting sued for discrimination, they train their employees to properly handle situations like this to prevent it from happening again.

  • @atsylor5549
    @atsylor5549 Před rokem +329

    They messed with the wrong family they’re about as wholesome as the Brady bunch. The city isn’t going to be able to
    Paint them as trouble makers a problem waiting to happen. The parents even hired extra security guards on their own accord to make sure everyone was safe.

    • @shirlepps4636
      @shirlepps4636 Před rokem +44

      This family is awesome. You're right there is no drama with this family. The park messed up. Unlike this wonderful family I'm going there. Sue their asses!!
      That part

    • @neshellmyers997
      @neshellmyers997 Před rokem +7

      It’s a shame they even had to go through this !

    • @halwarner6688
      @halwarner6688 Před rokem +1

      More like themselves...

    • @KillaCityKid427
      @KillaCityKid427 Před rokem +2

      That’s cute and all but none of that matters. They agreed to 250 people and no social media advertising for the event and they did just that. They didn’t RENT out the ENTIRE park. They agreed to 250 to take into account for other guests not at the party. This is unbelievable. It’s not that difficult of a situation to explain. I hope he’s doing this on his own dime cuz it’s all a waste.

    • @annp.3034
      @annp.3034 Před rokem +9

      @@KillaCityKid427 The man said there was not 500. And the park cancelled them before anybody came to the park.

  • @angelarobinson6198
    @angelarobinson6198 Před rokem +719

    This Dad right here is EVERYTHING!!! Stand Up!!! Well spoken and versed. Stood up for his family and community like a real man should. Bravo and Good luck! This will definately go well for them and I'm sure help to relieve some racial ignorance in that City.

    • @bondson0094
      @bondson0094 Před rokem +34

      and his wife sat i the podium letting her man lead & supporting him like a real woman should.

    • @Ozhull
      @Ozhull Před rokem

      ​@@bondson0094 shut your misogynist mouth. disgusting for you to bring that BS into this beautiful moment of family solidarity.

    • @Charmander009
      @Charmander009 Před rokem +3

      @@bondson0094 yea that wife is trained , knows when to keep a lid on her mouth . She know her mouth is only good for one thing

    • @stephanieduncan277
      @stephanieduncan277 Před rokem +18

      Jason the 🤡

    • @stanpressley8136
      @stanpressley8136 Před rokem

      Oh and I am sure the big paycheck will make them feel justified IGNORANT people see racist behind every tree!!!

  • @vanessabyrd6571
    @vanessabyrd6571 Před rokem +71

    Love how these parents handled this situation. Get compensation for your family. There are consequences for the actions people and discrimination.

    • @NoLineNoWait123AbC
      @NoLineNoWait123AbC Před rokem

      What compensation? They got it back.

    • @christinabostick2296
      @christinabostick2296 Před rokem

      @@NoLineNoWait123AbC , Profiled, Racially. More 🍵

    • @GMCCORN23
      @GMCCORN23 Před rokem

      @@NoLineNoWait123AbC don’t matter. This was very obviously racist and discrimination. Why cancel a party of teens you don’t know?

  • @crowman-gc1kh
    @crowman-gc1kh Před rokem +48

    I applaud this family for taking action.

  • @theshoemakinglady
    @theshoemakinglady Před rokem +183

    Blatantly and crystal clear of "what" this is at it's best. This man broke it down completely for defending his case. Prayers that you and your family break the bank of Lee's Summit.

  • @karenderr1101
    @karenderr1101 Před rokem +74

    "An apology is an introduction to a conversation, we need to be about that action"

  • @stephanie3978
    @stephanie3978 Před rokem +34

    I love how the king of the family was speaking for his family and not one time did the queen interrupt him to add in any words. They were ONE! What was said was said and that's it!

    • @lisaymc1
      @lisaymc1 Před rokem +4

      When a woman has a man with strong confidence and leadership she doesn’t have to say anything, she feels comfortable and safe.

  • @andreaclark1100
    @andreaclark1100 Před rokem +269

    I’m so happy for these children. They have an intelligent, loving and supportive father and mother, under the same roof! The benefits are priceless. They’re accomplished because of involved parents. God Bless you ALL ❤️💕

    • @MissCharlotteBurley
      @MissCharlotteBurley Před rokem +6

      That part!!!!

    • @carolinafunbudgie336
      @carolinafunbudgie336 Před rokem +1

      🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +4

      Thanks for the comment 👍🏾as a black male I support black women all day long 😉👸🏾

    • @trellytheebraider
      @trellytheebraider Před rokem +3

      @@derekd1510 "If you don't have nothing nice to say, then don't say anything at all"🪑🪑🪑

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +3

      @@derekd1510 They "decided?" It's not a conspiracy. And what's this about "profit?" They just want their money back which is not unreasonable. There are many details that are not mentioned in this particular video, but they tried multiple times weeks before hand to reach out to the park to let them know they wanted to bring more people and the park did not respond back.

  • @pauletteisaacs9187
    @pauletteisaacs9187 Před rokem +127

    Mr Evan shut down the reporter who asked him about the 500 teens that supposedly showed up. He broke it down. He was brilliant, he dropped the mike.

    • @KimSanford
      @KimSanford Před rokem +16

      See sometimes you roll up on the Wrong Parents

    • @maudiawatkins67
      @maudiawatkins67 Před rokem +5

      @11:19 The rationale he gave behind how could they possibly be able to distinguish current from arriving patrons was my favorite part of the interview. There was yet another lesson in his explanation. I hope the press caught that.

    • @Lighthousepreserve
      @Lighthousepreserve Před rokem +1

      Park ckd they accommodate 500? If so there s a broken contract? I got in trouble at ochelata w 400 whites and police and town flipped out. This is petty infantalizing parents. Tsk tsk. My dad and mom kicked nm ass. Btw

    • @Lighthousepreserve
      @Lighthousepreserve Před rokem +1

      2022 b s ! No you re not getting $ get off of it. You re modeling b s to your teenagers. Btw

    • @Lighthousepreserve
      @Lighthousepreserve Před rokem

      @@KimSanford stupid parents

  • @steveo5546
    @steveo5546 Před rokem +519

    My man! Started with honoring his family. Eloquently stated the problem. Gave facts including math. Put their hate on blast. Praised all the attendees and stated your standards with visitors to your home. Clearing stated a path to a remedy. Bruh, you are a true Black man! Your wife is proud and so are your children…I KNOW it! Way to exemplify our majesty. It’s no wonder your kids are exemplary. Chadwick Boseman would be proud. Keep being a king and protecting the ones you love and not budging in the face of their hate!

    • @kayt4019
      @kayt4019 Před rokem +13

      This was not about race. They are using race as an excuse for their actions. They promoted the party on social media which was against the contract. And brought double the amount of people they originally stated they would. It was a safety issue which is why the employee was uncomfortable. They did not have enough security.

    • @AJ-yh9wo
      @AJ-yh9wo Před rokem

      @@kayt4019 yet on their website they promote a large group 250 to 1400. If you are so ignorant to believe that if this was a white family they would have turned them away and not got paid more. Then you yourself are part of the problem.

    • @ricardostallings405
      @ricardostallings405 Před rokem +46

      @@kayt4019 I don’t think you actually watched the interview

    • @khismet
      @khismet Před rokem +30

      @@kayt4019 Yes, it is about race. They are discriminating because of racist beliefs.

    • @salaciousBastard
      @salaciousBastard Před rokem +28

      @@kayt4019 Quote the part of the contract that allows the water park to advertise the same events on social media while preventing customers from inviting their friends on social media. According to the video there was no such thing in the contract. I'll wait for you to retrieve that "information" but I won't be holding my breath.

  • @indirastone7382
    @indirastone7382 Před rokem +145

    I'm so proud of this wise man & his family!!! He is the head of his family & is respected as such. They were united & let the head speak for them. This is what headship & order looks like.

    • @GodsProphet84
      @GodsProphet84 Před rokem +1

      Yesssss

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +4

      As a black male 💪🏾I really appreciate a supportive black female all day long. 👸🏾

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem +2

      @@derekd1510 They "decided?" It's not a conspiracy LOL. And what's this about "profit?" They just want their money back which is not unreasonable. If anyone conspired here it was the park and the shady way they are not being transparent about their reasons for not upholding THEIR END of the contract. THAT is an illegal practice. And nothing in the contract prevents the customer from letting other people know on social media about THEIR PARTY BECAUSE IT'S THEIR PARTY THAT THEY PAID FOR.

    • @indirastone7382
      @indirastone7382 Před rokem

      @@derekd1510 It's not my problen thar you didn't pay attention to all the evidence that was presented in the video. It's telling that you believe racist attacks on Black people are permissible. It's nothing new to us.

    • @Lighthousepreserve
      @Lighthousepreserve Před rokem

      Proud this is why kids are oppositional defiant. They learn from stupid parents.

  • @hemlock4519
    @hemlock4519 Před rokem +83

    When the dad said “community”he really meant community. Even the baseball team was going to be there.

    • @lovelythoughts8855
      @lovelythoughts8855 Před rokem +1

      If the contract said a community could attend then perhaps the number on the contract was going to be utilized.

  • @KeionaRoshelleXO
    @KeionaRoshelleXO Před rokem +189

    Very beautiful and intelligent family. I hope they get justice.

    • @annarbor94
      @annarbor94 Před rokem

      My sentiments exactly

    • @annarbor94
      @annarbor94 Před rokem +1

      @🌸•Rylee•🌸 I think you might need to watch the story a few more times…. lol…& pay attention this time

    • @alb5801
      @alb5801 Před rokem +1

      I hope they get some justice. It won’t be exact justice because I’m sure their boys were crushed on that day which is unfortunately is a feeling he can never undo!

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem

      @🌸•Rylee•🌸 Take notes too bitch.

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem

      @@derekd1510 They "decided?" It's not a conspiracy LOL. And what's this about "profit?" They just want their money back which is not unreasonable. If anyone conspired here it was the park and the shady way they are not being transparent about their reasons for not upholding THEIR END of the contract. THAT is an illegal practice. And nothing in the contract prevents the customer from letting other people know on social media about THEIR PARTY BECAUSE IT'S THEIR PARTY THAT THEY PAID FOR.

  • @demetrianicole1657
    @demetrianicole1657 Před rokem +325

    “It’s 2022, an apology is an introduction to a conversation.” Mr. Evans is right, action is required for change. I love how he told his sons, “I love y’all.” He was passionate and well-spoken.

    • @Kate-yb5ig
      @Kate-yb5ig Před rokem +3

      No actually he showed his true side when he said the F

    • @dianadowie3985
      @dianadowie3985 Před rokem +29

      @@Kate-yb5ig go sit down somewhere with your b/s.

    • @doraismon6135
      @doraismon6135 Před rokem +10

      @@Kate-yb5ig The f word really when the party was canceled before everyone even got there?

    • @jewelparham9577
      @jewelparham9577 Před rokem +21

      @@Kate-yb5ig what goes on in black communities. You never used the f word before now who is lying. Felicia Bye! You see this situation in bias eyes. They are not lying. Is it because they are a black family with morals.

    • @jowhit226
      @jowhit226 Před rokem

      @@jewelparham9577 Go to her channel. I think "Kate" is actually Native. Either that or she is a very confused individual who likes to talk out of her ass. Can't take anything she says seriously.

  • @characterchange6793
    @characterchange6793 Před rokem +23

    Love it!!! Dad protecting his family with wisdom.

  • @crystalhaze2
    @crystalhaze2 Před rokem +28

    When he said, "let's talk numbers.." I knew his case was on point. I hope he sues.

  • @valariekimble2998
    @valariekimble2998 Před rokem +195

    The money is green your skin wasn’t . They stereotyped your attendees of the party . They need to be held accountable.

    • @ynotlearn4190
      @ynotlearn4190 Před rokem

      Accountable for what?
      This begging for white acceptance needs too stop!

    • @tammyjohnson1927
      @tammyjohnson1927 Před rokem +3

      They need to be boycotted it's so funny how people want to show their racism I still want their business to be patronized. The employees felt uncomfortable how uncomfortable will you feel when you lose revenue.

  • @zenadouglas-nash5937
    @zenadouglas-nash5937 Před rokem +383

    I love the statement the dad made. An apology is an introduction to a conversation. I agree black parents don't drop there kids off anywhere without getting the particulars. I too have black sons and would lay on my couch fully clothed when they were out until age 25. It's a shame in 2022 we still don't feel safe. I applaud these parents for standing up for there the right way.

    • @bigvalley4987
      @bigvalley4987 Před rokem +13

      Zena I stay prepared and stay in my clothes when I was custodians over my children.🥰🥰🥰🥰

    • @Tom-cz9op
      @Tom-cz9op Před rokem

      The reality is ,,the biggest threat to your children is being shot by a black person .

    • @KayIsGreatful
      @KayIsGreatful Před rokem +7

      Exactly!!!

    • @queenmommie100
      @queenmommie100 Před rokem +9

      My child was with me and her dad most of the time even as I teen I track my child and her friends always.

    • @davidx5945
      @davidx5945 Před rokem +8

      5:36 I cringed when the dad talked that "black and brown" and lgbtq nonsense. This is happening to black folks. These other groups align themselves most of the time with white society against black people.

  • @lindapolk5052
    @lindapolk5052 Před rokem +44

    So proud of your kids and you great standing up for your family

  • @JUJUJU839
    @JUJUJU839 Před rokem +29

    My cultural wisdom and instinct can definitely tell these are well raised respectful and well educated kids...our enemy can't see or determine a good kid from our culture

  • @angelab8580
    @angelab8580 Před rokem +315

    Father/Husband/Activist of the year! I'm so sad those children had that horrible experience. "It's 2022, an apology is an introduction to a conversation"! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @moralthreat2745
      @moralthreat2745 Před rokem +4

      The community does not need another activist but it desperately needs better parents.

    • @YOUPEOPLE-h5n
      @YOUPEOPLE-h5n Před rokem +6

      @@moralthreat2745 You're right! Just like this Father here on this video who's representing his family and other Black families, by being an advocate and upstanding citizen in the Black Community. ✊🏾

    • @cherylshaw8563
      @cherylshaw8563 Před rokem +5

      @@moralthreat2745 And this father and mother definitely are an example of very good parents. Love how they are standing up for their sons, and Black people in general!!

    • @moralthreat2745
      @moralthreat2745 Před rokem +5

      @@cherylshaw8563 Agreed.

    • @moralthreat2745
      @moralthreat2745 Před rokem +3

      @@YOUPEOPLE-h5n Agreed, both the father and mother conducted themselves well.

  • @ARYorkieMom
    @ARYorkieMom Před rokem +341

    To the family, I don’t care if your black, brown, white or purple, this is so wrong on so many levels. My prayers are with you and your entire community. I have so much respect for you for speaking out on how wrong this whole situation, and handling of it was!

    • @eyeswideshut2800
      @eyeswideshut2800 Před rokem +20

      Thank you Katherine, I should not be terrified of white women because I have a black son. We'd appreciate it if they'd leave them alone PERIOD.

    • @ARYorkieMom
      @ARYorkieMom Před rokem +26

      @@eyeswideshut2800 I have a black adopted son., that I love dearly. It is time for this country to stop seeing the color of peoples skin, and start seeing the intent of peoples hearts!

    • @nothx512
      @nothx512 Před rokem +3

      @@ARYorkieMom Its not about race but capacity risks....and numbers exceeding what the park can suitably handle

    • @queen2539
      @queen2539 Před rokem +46

      @@nothx512 You must of not seen the actual video of what happened. They were only told that the park felt uncomfortable. Nothing about how many people came was discussed. If that was really the problem than she could of cut off the extra alleged guest from coming in, and capped it at 250. Stop making excuses for racist. The father clearly stated the park's capacity is 600.

    • @keishamarie5803
      @keishamarie5803 Před rokem

      They paid for a party for 250 people and invited 500 people which was concerned for safety. Go kiss some black asses that deserve it who just want a paycheck. And maybe you should read the whole story before you make a comment like this.

  • @zoraneale8004
    @zoraneale8004 Před rokem +29

    That's why we need black father's to represent black children in general. Speak, on it brother! "Say it loud I'm black and I'm proud"

  • @deirdregahansuttle5698
    @deirdregahansuttle5698 Před rokem +62

    What a lovely family. We can not imagine having to live like this. All the very best in your case against the company. IRELAND

  • @Migglefitch
    @Migglefitch Před rokem +125

    This family needs to sue the city and make them pay for the discrimination

  • @stevej3664
    @stevej3664 Před rokem +215

    The way this brother speaks and breaks everything down. Does he need an attorney? I hope your family gets the outcome you want and DESERVE.

  • @janetlynne9
    @janetlynne9 Před rokem +8

    What a great man/father, he is teaching his sons to stand up for themselves in the best way possible. I have nothing but respect for him

  • @idblackshear
    @idblackshear Před rokem +10

    Dad wasn't here for the nonsense. I love how he presented this case.

  • @TChalla007
    @TChalla007 Před rokem +260

    You hire, vet the right people; no training is needed beyond the general training. Once a person has fear, anxiety, prejudice based on race, you are wasting your money trying to retrain them.
    On another note. This father did a master class for his kids on how to embarrass the media dumb question and the parks position without emotions. Normally the lawyer takes all the questions. Bravo brother. Lee Summit is about to get dragged.

    • @apleatherworking9952
      @apleatherworking9952 Před rokem

      Excuse me but then the father just say that the park had access to his son's phone and email but wait didn't he pay for it and they tried to contact him you know why would you try to contact somebody else that didn't pay for the event or they all just brain dead

    • @kansaspeach7727
      @kansaspeach7727 Před rokem +19

      @@apleatherworking9952 Research further! These kids reportedly raised $2,000 of their own money for this event. That could well explain why a son's cell and email was provided.

    • @apleatherworking9952
      @apleatherworking9952 Před rokem

      @@kansaspeach7727 wow 2000 you would think they could pay the 1800$ to have 1200 people but oh wait they didn't did they yeah iv done my research and they seem to think they can bring more people. and they knew ahead of time because the Facebook event had 1000 confirmed people and they tried to call ahead and cancel do your research

    • @reginaclaxtonministries
      @reginaclaxtonministries Před rokem +8

      The father said the park contacted his business phone number on the day the business was closed. The park had his wife's number too and her email but did not contact her to cancel the party.

    • @isaidwtfisaid304
      @isaidwtfisaid304 Před rokem

      @@apleatherworking9952 Looks like you're the one that's brain dead

  • @timothysims8950
    @timothysims8950 Před rokem +173

    Have your Attys hold them accountable for "breach of contract" and get punitive damages for emotional trauma and pain & suffering!

    • @tolandrussell7150
      @tolandrussell7150 Před rokem +16

      Lawsuit their ass!!

    • @br8k_7mach16
      @br8k_7mach16 Před rokem +4

      That’s the thing I’m confused about. How is a breech of contract apply to guests as well as employees?

    • @briangallagher787
      @briangallagher787 Před rokem +17

      @@br8k_7mach16 The venue got paid a month ahead. Lee Summit excepted the money. That is a legal contract. Lee Summit did not use due diligence in notifying the family.

    • @jacobsladder6715
      @jacobsladder6715 Před rokem +6

      They know what they are doing they will be paid

    • @jacobsladder6715
      @jacobsladder6715 Před rokem +9

      @@br8k_7mach16 a breech of contract will fall under the company not the employees they don't own the company employees have nothing to do with it. She as an employee denied them access the company will pay

  • @MasterNumber22EstiManiShelley

    I feel so hurt for those boys. This whole thing has me upset. Good job mom and dad! Stand up for what’s right!

  • @arvelynlewis
    @arvelynlewis Před rokem +28

    Very proud of the leadership this man has taken for his family. He explained the situation for the community very well. Great thought to make sure he hired enough security beyond what the park would provide. The city has to do better.

  • @angelanelson5113
    @angelanelson5113 Před rokem +53

    And that woman who denied access because she was “uncomfortable” should be fired.

    • @DA-ji4tf
      @DA-ji4tf Před rokem +3

      Make her more uncomfortable.

    • @smith7388
      @smith7388 Před rokem

      @@DA-ji4tf put her pic on Tv.

  • @jacjac0102
    @jacjac0102 Před rokem +109

    These children are blessed to have these parents! I’m so sorry this happened.

    • @jenniferlorence1950
      @jenniferlorence1950 Před rokem +2

      JacJac: I thought the Same thing.

    • @msgee55
      @msgee55 Před rokem +1

      Most black families I know are like this. When kids come to my house I make sure their parents know. And same for mine.

    • @jacjac0102
      @jacjac0102 Před rokem

      @@msgee55 Exactly! No plans are final until the parents or guardians meet.

  • @kdoc19961
    @kdoc19961 Před rokem +9

    I smiled all the way through this interview. This is what a strong black man looks like and I am so proud of him. I am also proud of his wife for sitting there and allowing her husband to lead. The kids were well behaved and I am glad he gave their accolades. We see so many times on television young men that are problems and it is good to showcase those who are not. I hope they get a good outcome from this. Good luck to the family.

  • @hellaSwankkyToo
    @hellaSwankkyToo Před rokem +14

    the amount of comments about the dad being articulate, well spoken, speaking eloquently, etc. is so revealing. + ridiculous, TBH. SMH

    • @TheMonica82
      @TheMonica82 Před rokem +1

      I certainly agree! But, please go to the Lee water park page and comment these Same sentiments towards them and Specifically to the "life guard" whom refused to do her job once she observed the paid clientele and the color of their skin. Why did she clump them into Her negative, ignorant, unruly category?? It is indeed Sad that we have to "show" that we also have 2-parent household and are raising law abiding decent children. Obviously you have Never been judged Simply from the color of your skin...

    • @victorjohnson9114
      @victorjohnson9114 Před rokem

      Yet he is and speaking on a bigger issue.

    • @queenroyalty7550
      @queenroyalty7550 Před rokem

      THAT PART!

  • @kymcockfield9197
    @kymcockfield9197 Před rokem +60

    Get them where it hurts in their pockets sue the pants off them. That employee needs to be fired for discrimination.

  • @jbo6096
    @jbo6096 Před rokem +187

    Prime example why we need fathers in the home. Their sons will be great men and fathers themselves one day. He's leading by example. Beautiful family ✊🏿 they should start a go fund me just to throw an even better party to all those original guests. Maybe even travel ...a real vacation if they raise enough. Go live so the world can see THERE'S NO REASON TO BE "UNCOMFORTABLE" .

    • @shawday7911
      @shawday7911 Před rokem +4

      Bingo 💯 fact

    • @thomascovenantunbeliever6801
      @thomascovenantunbeliever6801 Před rokem +6

      He’s teaching his sons how to breach a contract.

    • @reneamcgee3057
      @reneamcgee3057 Před rokem +19

      @@Ubiquitous138 y’all are so typical. Always the keyboard warriors with the most to say. It would hurt too much to say, that everything he said was valid based on their perception of the incident. The fact that his children are law abiding, make good grades, have had no brushes with the law, are athletic and apparently on their way to colleges would hurt too much to comment on. What did he say that would make anybody feel UNCOMFORTABLE? He wasn’t acting hood/ghetto. His family sat quietly, he spoke very clearly, answered all of the questions asked of him. Yet the two of you found something negative to say instead. You both just proved the point he is trying to make. There needs to be some type of change in this world. It’s so amazing to me that the (uncomfortable) ppl are always the ones with the problem. Yet you both have decided that this family is playing victim. Make it make sense…

    • @jamestaylor3805
      @jamestaylor3805 Před rokem +2

      It takes a village. If dads not there it falls to others. He ain't the only one in their lives. I want you to stand toe to toe who lost their father's as infants in WWII and tell them it was their dad's responsibility to teach them how to be responsible.
      We are all in this together folks, act like it.

    • @zzzz-ok7733
      @zzzz-ok7733 Před rokem

      🙏💯💯💯💯👍

  • @the7thdean1
    @the7thdean1 Před rokem +42

    The family has to be made whole again. All black families have to be okay.

  • @neshellmyers997
    @neshellmyers997 Před rokem +10

    Beautiful family much respect stay strong 🙏❤️

  • @rilowehungwell3413
    @rilowehungwell3413 Před rokem +235

    This father handled this situation masterfully and I'm so glad that their family and guests offered this establishment NO reasons to deny entrance after having found out the party was canceled. This makes the staff's intentions even more obvious.

    • @tamaikomays4040
      @tamaikomays4040 Před rokem +8

      He was spot on.

    • @rae7564
      @rae7564 Před rokem +14

      @FAXandSTATSareknottWaYcIsT Copying and pasting the same moot agrument doesn't change the fact this family is about to get paid! And I love that it makes you very very upset 🤣

    • @MsPhillyG
      @MsPhillyG Před rokem

      @FAXandSTATSareknottWaYcIsT You are a complete and utter ignorant fool and a product of your disgusting and disgraceful upbringing.

    • @lornaellis632
      @lornaellis632 Před rokem +1

      Well 'sighted'.

    • @calvinthomas1696
      @calvinthomas1696 Před rokem

      @FAXandSTATSareknottWaYcIsT Absolutely not true. No establishment has the right to discriminate. Particularly to them being uncomfortable. Stop trying to rationalize and confirm your own bias. Oh and add something that your kind can understand. Fu yourself. You are the true creature

  • @slydoggish
    @slydoggish Před rokem +34

    The waterpark can handle 1400 guests. If 500 was a problem , stop after 250 count. But that wasn't the problem.

  • @UNIverSOL-DRAGON
    @UNIverSOL-DRAGON Před rokem +31

    His lawyer loves him and appreciates his articulation. When there is synergy you can do anything.
    If anybody runs across the resolution or disposition of this case in the future please drop the link in these comments. Bless and Respect.

  • @MissCharlotteBurley
    @MissCharlotteBurley Před rokem +12

    I loved how they handled this. Cool, calm and collected. Make it clear. Make it plain. Leave the emotions at home. Bring your A game to the table. They are not here to play victim games. They are here to make real change and hold people accountable for real. 👏🏽👏🏽

  • @phly3264
    @phly3264 Před rokem +93

    If I may, the myriad of comments stating that this man and his family are "well spoken" and children "well mannered" speaks volumes. Ask yourself why would your expectation of them be any less....

    • @jaxcoss5790
      @jaxcoss5790 Před rokem +9

      👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

    • @GregWarma
      @GregWarma Před rokem +7

      Exactly

    • @teetee8388
      @teetee8388 Před rokem +7

      Right!!

    • @fairymermaid9013
      @fairymermaid9013 Před rokem +15

      Thank youuu!! People always say it's a compliment but it's a back handed compliment. That's just how people are supposed to act.

    • @l.barnes2656
      @l.barnes2656 Před rokem +10

      YES, MY THOUGHTS EXACTLY!!! 💯 These kinds of comments are irking me! As if he shouldn't have these qualities already.

  • @richardwaleed
    @richardwaleed Před rokem +448

    To the father: you have a wonderful family and it is easy to see why your boys turned out great. It is you and your wife! You are a well mannered dad who is involved with your kids, you have steered them well. Kudos to you for your hard work over the years. I'm certain it will pay off in the end and those young men will no doubt have a great future.
    You are well spoken, articulate and much calmer about the situation as I probably would have been. Best of luck, I hope everything works out the best for you and your wonderful family. Shame on the city staff!

    • @druth5134
      @druth5134 Před rokem

      Black people don't do well gathering together. Everytime a group of black people get together something ugly always happens and the record shows it ...be honest with yourself and stop playing victim. You can be on the moon and look down and see where the black people are just look for the yellow tape and blinking lights...he spoke about training staff, how about we teach each other how to behave in public..it's disgraceful .

    • @TheOneManWhoBeatYou
      @TheOneManWhoBeatYou Před rokem +20

      Teaching his kids about how far playing the victim will get you and too never use common sense, great dad...

    • @rodneydoyle8611
      @rodneydoyle8611 Před rokem

      You for forgot, "Articulate." Your comment is racist and reeks of Microaggression - You may have thought it to be innocent however, we are forced to be multilingual in order to be accepted in a land stolen from us by your forefathers.
      Next time, just keep your comments to yourselves. We know who we are and; what we have to do to integrate into Babylonian-AmerKKKa.

    • @kayt4019
      @kayt4019 Před rokem +20

      Nope he is teaching them to lie and blame others.
      This was not about race. They are using race as an excuse for their actions. They promoted the party on social media which was against the contract. And brought double the amount of people they originally stated they would. It was a safety issue which is why the employee was uncomfortable. They did not have enough security.

    • @Vincent-fo7xp
      @Vincent-fo7xp Před rokem

      @@kayt4019 You're an ignorant troll, Kay.

  • @euamoflash
    @euamoflash Před rokem +6

    ‘What are you scared of???’
    Love this father! He is right! There was no reason to cancel the party!

  • @pmoncelsinger700
    @pmoncelsinger700 Před rokem +6

    When he took off his glasses and said, "Let's Talk Numbers" I knew he was about to give them the business. He's the epitome of what a black man represents in our culture and race. He's a husband, father, business owner and protector of his loving wife and sons. He's a pillar of his community. He's well spoken and educated. Salute to this man! I hope they got an apology and the justice they want and deserve.💯

  • @nancyevans1278
    @nancyevans1278 Před rokem +194

    Thank you for speaking out so eloquently and for standing up for your young men. They clearly have bright futures ahead of them and even more so for the example that you and your wife set with this press conference and for encouraging their involvement in sports and charities.

    • @queenmommie100
      @queenmommie100 Před rokem +2

      They need to put The Most High God first than everything will fall into place not Christianity or religion but The Most High God period.

    • @lovebug6388
      @lovebug6388 Před rokem +1

      @@queenmommie100 how do you know they don't??? ASSume much?

    • @ernestinemoss7935
      @ernestinemoss7935 Před rokem

      @@queenmommie100 APTTMH !

  • @fonda7760
    @fonda7760 Před rokem +147

    Did this family and guests violate any contract agreements? NO.
    Did the teen guests or adult escorts behave disorderly despite extreme disappointment over the denied entrance? NO.
    We’re there 500 people waiting to enter this venue? Police reported NO.
    Each one of those teens present that day need to be compensated as well.
    This ‘Karen type’ had already determined to ruin this party based on her ‘feeling uncomfortable’. Gee, perhaps another place of employment would suit her better. Addicted to hate, such a miserable heart.

    • @bumblebee4280
      @bumblebee4280 Před rokem +16

      That's the word, "addicted to hate."
      Some people really are.

    • @randomsoldier7346
      @randomsoldier7346 Před rokem +7

      @@bumblebee4280 i swear, it’s sad asf

    • @mikec2012
      @mikec2012 Před rokem

      @@bumblebee4280 I see the side that claims to be loving... Addicted to hate

  • @BeautyBea224
    @BeautyBea224 Před rokem +26

    I lived in Lee’s Summit, MO for over 20 years and the sad part is the racial bias has not changed and unfortunately the racial issue is conditional minded to the younger mind and the adults are the ones who decide to train biased attitudes towards race! It’s super sad they are still discriminating in 2022. I am praying for this family for the justice they deserve. My Son still lives Lee’s Summit, MO with his wife and my two granddaughters and he was pulled over while being black, the cop said…oh, you looked suspicious. Keep in mind all races pay taxes to live in Lee’s Summit, MO. So stop the discrimination because it’s wrong at all cost. It’s hurtful when we are doing the “right” thing and then penalized for it. Enough is simply enough. They did their homework and that a golden standard in my book.

    • @internetargumentchampion78
      @internetargumentchampion78 Před rokem

      Not sure how Lee’s Summit is, but 99 percent of the time when there are big group fights at places like these…. Malls. Etc. It’s ALWAYS blacks. Young blacks are a huge reason business go under and areas go down. Not even the good ones want to be around their BS.

    • @BeautyBea224
      @BeautyBea224 Před rokem

      @@internetargumentchampion78 It’s sad and unfortunate you feel that way especially if you never lived in Lees Summit. It’s obvious your mindset has been conditioned with bias, ignorance, low morals and an ineffective mindset. You are your own problem. Don’t blame a race! Blame yourself!

    • @internetargumentchampion78
      @internetargumentchampion78 Před rokem

      @@BeautyBea224 I didn’t grow up racist. I wasn’t taught it by anyone. But after getting older and seeing the way a lot of them want to play the victim, the problems they cause themselves, and the defense that they are never wrong even when caught red-handed, I call out the BS. If your race wants to do better, quit living up to the stereotype you have. There is a reason most blacks make up the prison population, and it’s not because of racism. There’s a reason there is a large number of fatherless black kids, and it’s not because of whites. You cause your own problems, and people are sick of it. Jesus, I couldn’t even imagine being a cop and having to put up with a bad black area everyday.

    • @BeautyBea224
      @BeautyBea224 Před rokem

      @@internetargumentchampion78 You have no valid statistics to prove your response. Stop the ignorance. Get the facts and then come back and respond with some intelligent statistics because it’s apparent your level of intelligence is not based on facts but watching a lot of television and media related stories. All races have fatherless families. You are the one blowing out unnecessary crap on a social media platform that is unrelated to your life! Again stop blaming one race and blame all people who should be held accountable for their actions regardless of race!! You are so misinformed. Like I said YOU are your own problem not a race!

    • @nothx512
      @nothx512 Před rokem +1

      I disagree....excessive amounts of people over 50 plus or more....there are risks.....its not racists...

  • @peatsol6866
    @peatsol6866 Před rokem +2

    This man is absolutely handling this situation with such eloquence.

  • @sonja.w
    @sonja.w Před rokem +119

    OMG my daughter would have been crushed and so hurt if this happened to her. I can't even imagine explaining to all those kids that they couldnt enjoy their day because they are "Black". I hope they sue the park and win so much that it shuts the park down.

    • @yolyrom7233
      @yolyrom7233 Před rokem

      Exactly

    • @yvonnekinch6943
      @yvonnekinch6943 Před rokem +1

      I agree i also hope they sue the park.. Then open the biggest park for all clour, black and yellow, blue and white they are precious in. Jesus sight,, still at sunday school

  • @lasserbream
    @lasserbream Před rokem +90

    They got refuse entry, and now they still waiting for a refund? What kind of business they're running over there?

    • @stephaniealveranga9914
      @stephaniealveranga9914 Před rokem +9

      SCAMMERS!🤔

    • @Zurround
      @Zurround Před rokem +3

      @@stephaniealveranga9914 This video might be a day old. I saw on a DIFFERENT video that they were refunded. But we have to wonder if the ONLY reason they got their refund as fast as they did was the monster amount of negative public relations they had been getting and had the media not been jumping all over them they might have tried to keep the money?

    • @jenniferlorence1950
      @jenniferlorence1950 Před rokem +3

      @@Zurround Most likely you are Right about that, they Only Got their Refund due to the Amount of Negative Publicity, because they had No intent of Refunding the Money.

    • @cheryldukes7426
      @cheryldukes7426 Před rokem +4

      @@jenniferlorence1950 they got their refund because the park breached the contract and now they will be paying even more for Karen's "uncomfortability".🙄🙄

    • @TheFutbol22
      @TheFutbol22 Před rokem

      ​@@stephaniealveranga9914 YOU LIE!

  • @lar-zd9rs
    @lar-zd9rs Před rokem +4

    We need more dads in homes like him

  • @wandaallen-byers1246
    @wandaallen-byers1246 Před rokem +2

    Thanks for standing up for your family and friends

  • @eleashaeatman
    @eleashaeatman Před rokem +323

    I love how he spoke to the effects of how this has mentally impacted the black boys in his family and his wife as a mother of black boys in this community. Racism leaves scars that like he said, becomes weight carried on into their everyday lives. I pray for healing for him and his family, and I hope this strengthens these young men in mind, body and spirit.

    • @tyfdh9
      @tyfdh9 Před rokem +26

      Now, THAT’s a HUSBAND, a FATHER; a MAN. RESPECT, PROTECTOR, PROVIDER and LEADER…MAN of the HOUSE; (MOH).

    • @QueenAnitaSoul
      @QueenAnitaSoul Před rokem +9

      @@writtenhousesecurity6499
      Try to make your conversation make sense

    • @tyfdh9
      @tyfdh9 Před rokem +5

      @@writtenhousesecurity6499 Who broke the rule?

    • @writtenhousesecurity6499
      @writtenhousesecurity6499 Před rokem

      I'm sure those boys will no problem get back in the swing of banging on the street . One or two good carjacks and this will be gone from their memory 😏😏

    • @cheryldukes7426
      @cheryldukes7426 Před rokem

      @@writtenhousesecurity6499 well maybe you all need to stop being racist bigots. It is that simple. You all feel the need to act as if you all have been appointed some type of overseer.

  • @jacjac0102
    @jacjac0102 Před rokem +171

    One time for this family!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @ambriaashley3383
      @ambriaashley3383 Před rokem +2

      👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

    • @Seekpeace66
      @Seekpeace66 Před rokem

      👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @karengatto4461
    @karengatto4461 Před rokem +3

    I proudly stand up with this family! This was inappropriate and unnecessary discrimination against the family and their guests. I am proud to hear that the police stood up and supported this family’s recount of the incident.

  • @thequietrevolution3404
    @thequietrevolution3404 Před rokem +4

    What's really needed is a "Green Book" so we'll know where not to spend our money. "Lee's Summit" should be the first entry.

  • @L0RDSH0CK3W4V3GamingAdvice

    Boycott the waterpark and all those businesses involved in supporting with that water park.

    • @JayBreeze890
      @JayBreeze890 Před rokem

      Lol yes please. Boycott all pools, park and public spaces.

    • @jsarellano2
      @jsarellano2 Před rokem

      Lol they brought 500 people when they agreed 250, lol y’all quick to pull the race card.

    • @godsson2259
      @godsson2259 Před rokem +2

      @@jsarellano2 okay so why not let the 250 in ?

    • @manielalee4535
      @manielalee4535 Před rokem +3

      @@jsarellano2 did you watch the video? where and when did those 500 show up

    • @GregWarma
      @GregWarma Před rokem

      @@jsarellano2 you are one of the dumbest people among us and the weakest link to humanity

  • @hillardalisha
    @hillardalisha Před rokem +144

    I will say this I am praying for you and your family stay strong y’all have a beautiful family !!!!

  • @macsand3802
    @macsand3802 Před rokem +4

    I want to salute you you handle yourself like a king you handle yourself like a father and a family man what you show and how you carry yourself a lot of young men are missing that in their household I love the way you presented yourself as a black man appreciate you brother

  • @carlkim2
    @carlkim2 Před rokem +3

    Love how strong this family is! Wonderful example 👏

  • @dwonbyrdsong1878
    @dwonbyrdsong1878 Před rokem +31

    Love the way the father let it be known that smart responsible children are not an anomaly in the black community nor is parents making calls concerning where their children will be. Good luck, and don't hold your breath on training the racism out of racists

    • @jenniferlorence1950
      @jenniferlorence1950 Před rokem +1

      EXACTLY.

    • @tonis5140
      @tonis5140 Před rokem +4

      The question regarding him explaining that about them shouldn't have even been brought up. Even if they had the worst GPAs, this shouldn't have happened. Unless a certain GPA and certain level of community involvement is required to reserve the park...

  • @dismissdetractors3350
    @dismissdetractors3350 Před rokem +153

    Yes, I would accept the company's apology along with a few million dollars for the pain and suffering, discrimination, and the embarrassment my family had to endured.

  • @lightglowinthenight
    @lightglowinthenight Před rokem +2

    "An apology is an introduction to a conversation. We need action..." Whew! Well spoken and certainly true.

  • @maxpowers5310
    @maxpowers5310 Před rokem +1

    Imagine being one of these kids, what a horrible dose reality regarding the cruelty & prejudice. It's a soul crushing experience.

  • @bonlydiawalton7007
    @bonlydiawalton7007 Před rokem +32

    PLEASE FIGHT BACK!!!!! A similar situation happened to my family in 2011 in Florida. Our family was evicted from a resort for no reason (other than being black). Some of us were sleep, some of us had not arrived yet. We had been there less than 24 hours when the sheriff came to evict us. Use us as a case study “BONLYDIA JONES -WALTON VS LAKE EVE RESORT” We sued all parties involved including the Sheriff’s department. “ ALL 250 attendees who were denied access has a potential claim! It was 60 of us.. SMH…..still happening in 2022.

  • @tuned2itkcmo588
    @tuned2itkcmo588 Před rokem +84

    They f with the right one. Lee's Summit is shook and this just a stepping stone. No $ amount is gonna pacify this. Dad's gotta feel this.

    • @jbo6096
      @jbo6096 Před rokem +5

      They need to make an example out of them. Like this video!!! 👍🏿

    • @tuned2itkcmo588
      @tuned2itkcmo588 Před rokem +1

      @@jbo6096 facts tho

    • @whitediamond5230
      @whitediamond5230 Před rokem +1

      LOL!!!! They sure did!!!!!!😁

    • @rosalynbeatty8310
      @rosalynbeatty8310 Před rokem +2

      That family handled it! If they sue it could shut that park down!

    • @writtenhousesecurity6499
      @writtenhousesecurity6499 Před rokem +1

      Contract said no advertising on social media , he advertised on social media . It you had a brain you would understand that . 🤨🤨

  • @angelahill927
    @angelahill927 Před rokem +1

    Sue that water park for discrimination. That's real messed up

  • @lexshelby5705
    @lexshelby5705 Před rokem +3

    Now that’s how you have a press conference. Good job family!

  • @PlayGtr
    @PlayGtr Před rokem +47

    Great job dad! You and your wife done a great job raising your sons you can tell what good kids they are by the way they display themselves. This is so important that you are doing this because this nation, the US needs to make some changes and this is how people learn.

  • @bryanfews5295
    @bryanfews5295 Před rokem +170

    This masterfully exposed this institution and the racial inequities that exists ,a great example for his family and others ,I commend him !

    • @damien1781
      @damien1781 Před rokem

      There is no racism here you dolt

    • @frankgarcia931
      @frankgarcia931 Před rokem +4

      Nope, when your told on the contract not to share it on social media to 19k+ followers and break that rule its already a no go.

  • @realqueen6570
    @realqueen6570 Před rokem +8

    I like the fact how the father stayed there made sure each kid had gotten a ride home no kid left behind.. STAND UP FATHER 🙏🏽

  • @tamaracubit6469
    @tamaracubit6469 Před rokem

    Thank you

  • @cognitivedissonancechristi516

    🔥⚡️ “... an apology is just an introduction to a conversation...” 🔥⚡️BAM!!

  • @nbl5516
    @nbl5516 Před rokem +83

    I saw this original story on Indisputable w/Dr. Richey. Thank you Mr. Evans for representing your family in such a well spoken, calm tone. What's threatening about this family or the boy's friends, other than being black? Now Lee's Summit will have to pay this family because of an entitled Karen.

    • @amyzoey8868
      @amyzoey8868 Před rokem +8

      I'm a fan of Richey He's brought a lot of wrong to light.

    • @yolyrom7233
      @yolyrom7233 Před rokem +2

      I heard it on Indisputable, with Dr Richey too.

    • @yolyrom7233
      @yolyrom7233 Před rokem +2

      @@amyzoey8868
      Absolutely he does.

  • @Chocolateluver2010
    @Chocolateluver2010 Před rokem +5

    It saddens me that is going on. I hope real change comes forth from this and those representing this water park get educated on other cultures. Everyone deserves to be treated with the highest respect and dignity. Great job dad for pursuing legal action.

  • @kd4kdf
    @kd4kdf Před rokem +2

    Breach of contract. Sue them.

  • @TC-yt2jm
    @TC-yt2jm Před rokem +95

    You better say it FATHER!!!! Give the numbers!!! 💪🏾🎯🎯👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @md12088
    @md12088 Před rokem +28

    It’s not an abnormally !!!!! Let that sink in .
    Majority of our children are smart wise and scholars ❤️🖤💚

    • @lovejoy3441
      @lovejoy3441 Před rokem +1

      Nothing new, but true 🤗🤗🤗

  • @jamesknight3566
    @jamesknight3566 Před rokem +2

    The fact that the reporter asked the father to talk about how "good" and "smart" his kids were is also irritating. Why does that even make a difference. If my kids were C students and had gotten suspended from school a couple times, it still doesn't matter. If I pay my doggone money and signed a contract and abided by rules, my kids still deserve to get what I paid for. It doesn't make if society would perceive them as "good kids" or not! 😡😡😡

  • @gettinItBACK
    @gettinItBACK Před rokem +2

    I hope these young men understand how blessed they are with a present father who thoroughly represented them and their guests 👍🏽❤️

  • @nikkireacts2180
    @nikkireacts2180 Před rokem +34

    Wonderful! Will 100 more of this kind of man/dad please stand up🥰

    • @chosensun2627
      @chosensun2627 Před rokem +1

      We will stand up for a woman/mother like his lady! 💝

  • @davidrectorthesinger
    @davidrectorthesinger Před rokem +29

    I'm so glad that the father took on the leadership role at the press conference and in the video when the family first entered the water park. This father is a "man" and father.

    • @JesterStuttle
      @JesterStuttle Před rokem

      Lazy man wants a big settlement. Run down the park, run down the town, extend the ghetto of KC further south.

    • @davidrectorthesinger
      @davidrectorthesinger Před rokem +3

      @@JesterStuttle Wow. Is he "lazy" because he's black or do you actually have a personal profile of the father's personal and professional background/history?

    • @fairymermaid9013
      @fairymermaid9013 Před rokem

      @@JesterStuttle You just want to be racist. Did you even watch the video troll?

  • @tonyblocker6765
    @tonyblocker6765 Před rokem +2

    Also, the nerve of these people stated did the family get a refund. As if that alone should be the solution. The father would prefer better relations between communities than a few bucks.

  • @maureencoats3885
    @maureencoats3885 Před rokem

    Thank You 🙏🏿 Sir