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.
I don't object to blacks helping out other blacks. I DO object to racism, if it is part of welfare-statism; or self-reliance. I don't want blacks to forfeit their culture (I am not gonna forfeit mine!). Its just that some blacks think the way the head pig did in Animal Farm. "All animals are equal. But some animals are more equal than others."
I reject that. 'Pod