Posted: May 10, 2008, 5:31 AM CST
Portiea wrote:Okay, hypothetically, if Obama wins the democratic nomination, and, hypothetically, wins the presidential election, is it possible for race to become a non-issue and that he will be judged on his performance alone? That is, will he ever be just the president, or will he always be the black president?
Looking for thoughtful, considered, fair, and reasonable replies--Thanks
Also, please be respectful of each others' opinions...
Well, I think he weould do well simply as a president with character, charisma and intelligence
No doubt though, he will be rembered as the first black president, should that occur - but i dont see as a rasicst angle since it would simply be the truth. Saying that, then, hopefully, he will be able to bring the poverty of the black communities to the front of Us politicas plus do the same for the poor white communities too. Health care and education in some US sates is practically non-existent and deserves attention regardless of race or colour.
Unfortunately, what i have heard in the debates on tv, seems to suggest to me that in actual fact a large nuber of white voters are actually setting him up as a patsy against Cain, as they really want him to face off against Obamam and win!!
So in this case, i think once again race is an issue in US politics!!