RACE RELATIONS

This is a paper written on the impact of race relations on baseball. I use an example from the prologue of Dennis Lehane's THE GIVEN DAY: A NOVEL.

Some say the election of President Obama aided in American race relations. Are they misguided? A simple breakup highlights America's unwillingness to change.

This article contains an overview of a university presentation by Juan Williams about race relations in America today and how they impact different levels of society, specifically teachers and their classrooms.

I will make a fervent statement on this momentous day. In one year, I sincerely believe that race relations in the United States will improve markedly due to Obama's nomination as a candidate for president.

The author is not preaching about what may be "politically correct" in race relations. He is promoting a process of understanding that begins with his own shortcomings.

Hollywood mirrors popular culture. Here are some of the most memorable race films of all time.

Tuesday's Clinton-Obama result raises a race-related question: Are there people who literally change their minds (and their ballots) even AFTER they step into the voting booth?

Two African American Authors give very different views on racial relations in America.

The history of the Negro in Brazil resembles in many respects his history in the United States.

Arizona's anti-illegal immigration law has sparked controversy, debate, and op-ed pieces like this one.

In this essay, I analyze the sentimental and romantic elements in early American fiction, especially with regard to Native Americans. 1557 words, including quotes.

If the president fails, we all fail, whether we want to or not.

My thoughts on the Gates arrest.

This week there has been much brouhaha about a cartoon published in the New York Post after the stimulus package was passed and signed into law by President Obama.

A look at some of the top issues, which are usually of a sensitive nature, that have been discussed and explored; including which Star Trek series did the best job of getting that point across to viewers.

Free at last? In 2008, what's your answer to Dr. King's question?

Because of my uncommonly mixed life in family and often in work, hopefully and humbly this diary may promote Greater Understanding. Feel free to catch up also on the first 3 days.

When my sister used to attend a Unitarian church in the 80s they used to have what was called "Dinner For 8" where church members would get together at a different person's house every week for potluck.

I was asked to write an opinion piece in 2004 on race relations in general, and to comment on why some things perpetually resurface in this national disgrace. It was MY opinion, in 2004 no less. Stay tuned for the 2009 update.

Before you may choose to read this, first please check "Day 7: Race Relations in America."

Before reading this piece, please read "Day 7: Race Relations in America"

In a 40-minute speech in Philadelphia today, Senator Barack Obama addressed many of the inflammatory issues surrounding his Presidential campaign in recent weeks, from his former Pastor Jeremiah Wright's incendiary statements to issues of race in America as a whole.

Are Bill and Hillary's much-touted records on race relations justified?

What are the keys to improving relations in the United States? Read on for my opinion.