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Harmless Brown Man

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Tired of being racially profiled? Ever wished for an easy way to tell uptight people "No, I'm not a terrorist..."? If so, read the following manifesto and buy the shirt. You'll send a positive message to the world and help defuse racist perspectives.
To buy a shirt, email us by clicking here and specifying whether you want a size L or XL shirt. Each shirt is $12 + $4 shipping.
When we say HARMLESS BROWN MAN, what do we mean?
Let's start with what it doesn't mean: It doesn't mean powerless or weak. It doesn't mean silent or indifferent.
To say I am a HARMLESS BROWN MAN simply means: I am not a criminal. I am not a terrorist. I am not a menace to society. I have nothing to gain from participating in a culture of fear. Please see me as I see myself: as a peaceful, positive and empowered human being who wants more justice and harmony in the world.
If you are tired of being harassed or treated differently because of the color of your skin...
If you are tired of getting the evil eye from shopkeepers, law enforcement, or ignorant people in general...
If you are opposed to violence and believe that peaceful, constructive action is possible...
This shirt is for YOU.

My Blog

Kai Eckhardt on using Harmless Brown Man shirts when speeding through customs

"Harmless Brown Man and Harmless Black Man t-shirts address a serious issue with a sense of humor. There is a disarming quality to this shirt that puts a smile on people's face. I especially enjoy wea...
Posted by on Sun, 25 Feb 2007 11:15:00 GMT

Harmless Brown Man Wins Campus Progress T-Shirt Contest!

The Harmless Brown Man shirt won the 2006 Campus Progress T-Shirt Contest in the humor category. Judges included Janeane Garofalo, Sam Seder, John Podesta, David Cross, Eviana Hartman, and Bloc Party....
Posted by on Sun, 25 Feb 2007 11:15:00 GMT

Travel tip: Sometimes it's best to let the world know you're harmless

Check out this great new article on HBM!http://www.worldgolf.com/blogs/william.wolfrum/2006/10/3 0/travel_tip_sometimes_its_best_to_let_theTravel tip: Sometimes it's best to let the world know you're h...
Posted by on Sun, 14 Jan 2007 01:53:00 GMT

Victor Wooten's thoughts on Harmless Brown Man

"Harmless Brown Man shirts are a really great idea. The shirts send a gentle, positive, and effective message about racism. The subject is still something that needs to be talked about.The shirts al...
Posted by on Mon, 01 May 2006 21:08:00 GMT

Living Colour's Vernon Reid discusses Harmless Brown Man

"These shirts make a provocative statement that's designed to shake up stereotypical beliefs. Those wearing one are saying 'I don't want your complacency to survive our encounter.'"Vernon ReidGrammy...
Posted by on Mon, 01 May 2006 21:07:00 GMT