Hey Mark, you need to quit holding it in man. Every now and then just say how you really feel. I'll pencil you in for governor of Green River if you'll vote me in for mayor of Barren.

JCB, I'm sorry I just don't see the discrimination you mention. The opportunities are there for anyone willing to take them.

Far as getting stopped driving while black, like it or not there's some reasons behind that. A disproportional number of crimes are committed by young black males. Not politically correct and you won't hear it on the news, but true nonetheless. It's young black males who complain of getting stopped for DWB right? I'd say the overwhelming number of Cops operate on suspicion not hate, and it does make a certain amount of sense to stop the most likely suspects. How many middle aged people, or females complain of being stopped because they're black?

As to crossing to the other side of the street, it totally depends on the situation. In a normal setting with people all around, you ain't gonna make me believe anyone crosses over out of hate. Just doesn't happen. They can dish out all the propaganda and guilt trips they want and some of us are still smart enough to recognize BS when we hear it. Now, on a more deserted street would people cross over? Many would yeah, and once again probably only if it's one or more young black males. Is it because they hate somebody? Very doubtful. They feel threatened because a significant percentage of young black males are violent and dangerous thugs. It's that simple, sugar coat it any way you want. The news media and Rainbow Coalition can spout off till their blue in the face, but reality is reality.

I'll speak from personal experience. I've never in my life crossed the street to avoid anybody when I was alone. Now, if I have my wife and/or daughter with me that's a different story. I might avoid either whites or blacks, it depends on the situation. I'll do what I feel is best to ensure their safety, if it offends anyone, tough shixt.