How about not knocking the guy? You ever try to change the mind of an 86 year-old? Let’s be glad he (and believe me - many other black folks) are coming around to see what is sitting in the white house.
Yes, I know some of you won’t believe that. It’s because the state-sponsored media won’t report it. But when gay has become the new black, the urban economy has gone totally south, and a whole new minority is being imported to replace the black minority voting block - all courtesy of the current occupant at 1600 Pennsylvania Ave, don’t think black folks haven’t noticed. Just don’t expect to see their anger and disgust on the front page of the New York Times.
Thank you. I grew up Southern and white in the 50’s and 60’s. I can only imagine what it would have been like a generation earlier and if I had been black. It would be good for posters who haven’t done so to actually read the son’s article. We are all affected by the circumstances of our lives; this man lived through experiences that would make any of us fearful, resentful, and suspicious. I suspect the fact that he doesn’t “hate” whites is due to the fact that he is intelligent and honest enough to know that not all whites behave/believe the way those who mistreated him did - but I also imagine that it’s due in no small part to his love for Christ who teaches us to love our enemies.
This man loves and served his country. He loves and provided for his family. He professes Christ as His Savior.
It also might be worth considering the beliefs and principles his son holds - they also certainly speak to the influence of his father’s character.
Pastor Marcus is willing to consider the evidence that he made a poor choice in supporting Obama. With his life experience and at his age, I think that’s admirable.
I can be glad that he is coming around, but I can’t excuse the racist attitude that led to him supporting Zero in the first place. Sorry, but you don’t get a pass on racism, no matter which direction it goes.