FrommerStop
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Yes, if people could only remove the if's like racism, then we could get to the core of what are causing the problems poor education results, violence, drug trade, out of wedlock children, unemployment, etc. While 'if' is only a two letter word, it is a huge concept.The bottom line is that once a person knows their skintone doesn't define who they are, that person is free to pursue their goals.
This great Nation is overflowing with opportunities.
Every person has obstacles to overcome.
I'd wager that for any given society "problem" (poverty, housing, education, etc), if you crossed "racism" off the list as a Cause, you would find a more culpable reason for that problem, and you'd be soooo much closer to a solution.
Traditional family units and values is a good start. Reducing the amount of broken homes.
Caring fathers and mothers raising the kids.
Respect for others taught at home.
Respect for teachers, law enforcement, the elderly, neighbors, etc.
Emphasis on the importance of a good education and a good work ethic.
Humility and gratitude for the opportunities available in this Country versus the challenges around the world.
If people would stop blaming others for perceived disadvantages... if people would nip racist comments and actions in the bud... if people would stop acting like inconsiderate and disrespectful fools... the self-replicating loop of misperceptions would break.
So, since it takes both sides to wipe this crap out, you can only control you. However, there are more good folks than bad ones, so one day, this, too, shall pass.
The real challenge is preventing the mob-crazy libtards from throwing the Constitution "baby" out with the "bath water" in the meantime.
I am not hopeful.
History indicates racial, religious, and other killing differences are not resolved in a peaceful manner.