Add my thanks to smooth as well...for explaining it in a way that exposes the stark reality of racism in just one aspect of American life.
Speaking as one who was born when "whites only" signs still existed, we have made enormous progress just in our lifetime. But how do we, as a nation, continue to move forward and progress even further towards equal access for all, particularly in such troubled economic times when many feel so personally insecure or uncertain about their future? Do we ignore those who are unwilling or unable to accept that what smooth described, and that is replicated in other areas beyond education, still exists and yet who hold their own more convenient definition of racism?
My hope is that sometime during the course of his first term, Obama takes the issue on in a way that is educational and not confrontational and that promotes a national dialogue that examines the issue from all sides.
His remarkable speech during the campaign should not be forgotten. I hope some will take the time to listen to it again..
...37 minutes is not too much to ask.