Racism in our country

After reading President Carter’s thoughts, I whole heartedly agreed with him when he said that the outbursts and rallies against the new President in the recent months all come from racism. President Carter has every right to be so angered by the recent outbursts (including signs of Obama being compared to Hitler) that whether intentional or not, offended many people in this country. Though it’s a sad thing to realize, I believe that it’s the truth; that peoples buried racism is surfacing due to the many critical decisions made or to come in the near future by a President with different colored skin than any President we’ve had before. When Senator Wilson of South Carolina so rudely yelled “You lie!” at President Obama, the people of the United States reacted in the way they should have. They were appalled that someone could have the nerve to disrespect the most esteemed and valued member of the US government. There are however the few who are glad that Wilson made the remark, Senator Knotts (for example) said the following; "Washington has been getting away with lies for too long....It's time we have people like Joe Wilson stand up," (Wall Street Journal). Without question, Senator Wilson’s action was the most impolite and offensive thing to ever do while in the presence of the President of this country. Though the public reacted in the correct way by scolding the Senator and supporting the President, it is necessary to realize that there are problems with our government and our politicians. More respect and enthusiasm is needed throughout the different branches of government, especially now at a time when crucial choices are made daily pertaining to national and international security issues. Though it was believed that the level of racism within the country has receded, it is now clear that many people’s true feelings are beginning to re-emerge causing them to verbally attack and insult members of other races. So many of our most important historical documents and verbal texts include the word “we”; in my eyes “we” means that for always and forever, no matter what race you are, you are an important member of this country and that is why I support and agree with President Carters beliefs on the subject.

Dade, Corey and Bendavid, Naftali. “ 'You Lie!' Jars Washington but Resonates Back Home.” September 2009. Wall Street Journal. <http://online.wsj.com/article/SB125258756088899359.html>

“Racism and President Obama - Do some people oppose Obama because he's black?.” September 2009. The Week.