VIDEO: Obama Speaks Out About Racism In America

Our president, a man of mixed racial heritage, came into office amidst our dreams of all races drawing closer together. These dreams have been rudely shattered throughout his tenure as president. Racism is indeed a problem. It manifests itself in various insidious ways.

White on black is perhaps the most obvious racism in our country’s history. Fair enough. The displacement of Native Americans followed by the enslavement of Africans certainly left a wedge between the races. These prejudices still exist. So does black against white racism. Some African Americans are racist against Puerto Ricans. The list continues.
If we focus on only one type of racism, then we will lose the battle for unity. There is nothing wrong with our president sending the DOJ to Ferguson to ensure justice. Unfortunately, the DOJ is quite selective when choosing to become involved. Black on white crimes are ignored. Illegal immigrants murdering Americans are ignored.
Eric Holder and Barack Obama are passionate about preventing law enforcement from acting with prejudice against people of color. Are they as passionate about prosecuting civilians who murder police officers?
Mr. Obama supports My Brother’s Keeper, an initiative developed to close the opportunity gap for disadvantaged youth. The last milestone of this initiative begins with “All children should be safe from violent crime.” What about the children in Chicago dying every day from gang violence?
Race in America is not always the problem. Consequently, it is indeed time for a change. Perhaps a change of perception is in order?