I see no problem with the ‘Fantasias and the LaKishas’ (being a Fantasia fan). As long as they can sing, they’re alright in my book.

The first season had the most absolutely gorgeous slim talented classy black girls

They still have some attractive black females on the show. You have to remember things changed since some viewers were angry over the fact they preferred a certain look. These pretty blacks girls you’d mention was among the other top eight contestants with the cookie cutter looks– Simon especially wanted these types in the competition and practically shunned those who were a bit overweight or didn’t fit the image even if some had the talent. But you saw they expanded their choices in season 2 with heavyweight Ruben and dorky Clay.

I don’t think they tried to make the audition a racial stereotype as you say. These folks willingly signed up to be the next Idol and out of millions you are going to expect anything from the typical pretty girls (and boys) to the downright weirdos.

They will highlight every sob story, anyone who talks about about being a single mom, being raised on a farm, people who objectify to looking hot and trendy and everything else. I guess you can say they wanted everyone from every walk of life that the average person can identify with (whatever that may be)

These types of stories will get people to talk and overall it’s about the ratings at the end.

U is a racist. I happen to be married to a fat, very dark, black woman with no good looks and she ain’t too happy with you!

The freaks and weirdos that show up, show up on their own free will… so you can’t really blame the networks for taking cheap shots by airing them on T.V