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There is a difference between oppression and prejudice. Free Download Video The Legend of Korra 2nd June 2012 Episode On Nickelodeon Tv Online Tv Live Streaming Video . Oppression is systematic prejudice against those who have little to no power  Online Watch The Legend of Korra Full Episode Watch Stream HD Video on Internet TV. perpetuated by those who do, while prejudice is on an individual level and lacks such a power dynamic. It's important to note the distinction between the two, particularly within the world of Republic City, because they are often confused or used interchangeably in our everyday vocabulary.The irony of this is that the Equalists claim they are oppressed by benders. Certainly, we've seen evidence to back that up: the Council is made up entirely of benders, as is the police force, and there are certain jobs or sports that benders can hold or compete in that non-benders have no access to. However, as we've learned in the real world, when we find ourselves faced with true oppression, the best way to combat it is to engage in an open dialogue and to get those in the group with power to check their privileges.The Equalists, on the other hand, have chosen to combat oppression with prejudice. Their war against the benders cannot be called oppression because non-benders are not in a position of power and the institution still supports benders, but it is prejudice all the same. We see a good example of this in this week's episode when Mr. Sato explains to Asami that he joined the Equalists because a firebender killed her mother (in a nice echo of why Amon began the movement), then condemns her for dating Mako. To put this into terms relevant to our world, it's the equivalent of blaming and hating an entire racial group or ethnicity because of the actions of one person.Another inherent irony in their movement is that though they condemn benders, they seem to be copying their fighting techniques. First there were the lightning rods, similar to firebenders, then came the gloves that allow them to move like benders do, and then in this episode we were introduced to Mr Sato's fighting metal robots, which brought to mind images of how Toph used to fashion herself a battlesuit out of stone or metal before fights. Despite hating benders, the Equalists are using technology to augment themselves in order to be able to do the things benders do.A lot happened in this episode, and I'm mostly pleased with it. I'm a little disappointed that it turned out Mr Sato was an Equalist since that feels like an obvious route to take, but I'm thrilled to see that Asami rejects his politics and is instead sticking with Korra. Lin's promise to take down Amon outside the law was also exciting and promises many more interesting Lin-centric tales, I hope.I can't wait to hear your thoughts about the Satos, the revelation that Lin can see with her feet the way Toph did, and everyone moving to Air Temple Island. Share them in the comments and I'll see you next week for episode eight!

This week, Korra got yet another lesson in how tough the Equalists will be to get rid of. Super-weapons, betrayals – it is not a good time to be the young Avatar. The episode starts with Tarrlok talking at a press conference. He says the Equalists don’t want equality, only war, and that Chief Beifong failed them all and that the police need new leadership. I knew I hated that guy.

Korra rides Naga to go and see Mako and Bolin. The stadium, where they live, is being closed after last week’s trouble and destruction, and they have to move out. Korra has sorted everything so that they can come and live at the Air Temple with her and Tenzin’s family but Asami, the rich girlfriend of Mako, has already invited them to come and live with her, in her daddy’s big mansion. I hate rich kids, but at least Mako and Bolin aren’t back on the streets. In fact, from here on out, it’s the lap of luxury, so Bolin thinks.

Since Asami is there, Korra tries to make a sharp exit but Asami asks her to join them the next day anyway. Korra stalls but Bolin and Pabu’s double act get a chuckle out of her and she agrees to go. Strange birds appear as serious business is shown. Chief Beifong and her cool Metalbending police raid a factory. They find taser-gauntlets and leaflets, Equalist fare. There’s enough evidence to bury Cabbage Corp, apparently.

At the press conference, Beifong states that the investigation is ongoing, but that Cabbage Corp has been closed. Korra goes to the police station and is greeted by Tahno, of all people. He’s a wreck, and despite seeing the best healers, Amon’s bending removal is permanent. Korra is sorry for him, despite what went on between them, and he says that she has to get Amon for him. She agrees with a nod. Tahno is called away by Tenzin and he says goodbye, calling Korra ‘Avatar’. Villainous as he was, someone get that guy to a stylist. Oh how the mighty have fallen. Mr Sato is leaving the building after having just been questioned himself about Amon’s attack at the stadium.

At Mr Sato’s house, Pabu and Bolin cannonball into the pool as Mako and Asami look on. Korra appears, noting the guys have settled in. Mako drops the hint that Asami didn’t ask her father about it. She laughs, saying it’s all smoothed over. The she paraphrases the mighty Gibbs’ rules (No. 18), saying it’s easier to ask for forgiveness than permission. Turns out Asami has good taste in TV. Bolin is loving the mansion life and gets the butler to pat him dry, as well as Pabu. He loves being called master as well but as soon as he’s dry, he jumps back in the pool, much to the butler’s annoyance.Korra asks what the plan for the day is, be it shopping or makeovers. Bolin votes for makeovers but Asami has something better in mind. She takes them to a racetrack, where her father’s company test out their new models. They're pretty impressed. Korra reveals the only thing she can drive is Naga so Asami offers to take her for a spin. With Korra in the back, Asami races Generic Arrogant Driver Stock No. 084. Bolin and Mako cheer as Asami showcases her driving skills, winning the race.

Talking next to the car after the race, Korra is amazed. She says she pegged Asami wrong, thought she was prissy (I still do). Asami laughs it off, saying everyone thinks she’s helpless. She points out that she’s been in self-defense classes since she was little. Can anyone else smell a demonstration coming? Korra says Asami’s dad is a smart guy, making sure she could always protect herself.