11-22-2016, 04:19 PM
(11-20-2016, 04:28 PM)Mike M (the other one) Wrote: Because what you say is based on your opinion
But it is not just based on my opinion.
It is based on multiple scientific studies that show that "white names" are a benefit when submitting an application for housing or employment.
It is based on investigations that proved that minorities had harder times getting loans than white people with the same credit scores.
It is based on multiple studies and even admissions by law enforcement that they racially profile minorities.
It is based on the fact that as recently as 25 years ago this country was full of elite private country clubs where large groups of people who controlled the wealth and power in their communities refused to allow people of color to socialize with them.
It is based on the overt display of racism in this years presidential election where Confederate flags and "Make America White Again" signs were common.