[sauropod]

Yeah, I read it. The writer is espousing self-determination of a sort. His reason for it though, is racism.

That is why it sickened me. 'Pod

[WaveThatFlag]

Yeah, I read it. The writer is espousing self-determination of a sort. His reason for it though, is racism.

But wouldn't even racially-motivated self-determination be preferrable to racially-motivated self-defeatism and victimization? Those attitudes are the root of black America's current problems and lack of momentum.

Think of it this way: How many times have you been pretty convinced that the 1st generation 7/11 owner hated all Americans? I know I've encountered that vibe. But this demeanor has worked for the Koreans, because they embrace what this country can provide for them, and more importantly, their children who are much more likely to be assimilated in to society as a whole.