Two interesting takes on race relations in America.
For Jamie Foxx it is all about race. While starring in a movie that uses the "N" word over 100 times, reportedly, Foxx (who is a truly talented actor) mentions the indignity of finding that a photo shoot is stocked with snacks of Ritz crackers and cheese. (For the record, I'm a northern raised, white male and I ate my share of Ritz crackers and cheese growing up - not even aware there was some sort of issue with that one. And yes, I love fried chicken and watermelon.)
For Robert Griffin III it is not about race. After being called a "cornball brother" by a black ESPN commentator and accused of being "not really down with the cause, he's not one of us", Griffin says he refuses to be defined by his race. His sins against the black community? Apparently inter-racial dating and rumors of having Republican leanings.
Which of these examples best exemplifies a post-racial America?
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