50 years of racism -- why silence isn’t the answer | James A. White Sr. | TEDxColumbus

[@velociped]

"I don't have the luxury of being angry"... Wow that is some powerful stuff, perfectly sums up how powerless one can feel. Great great speech on an issue that is still very much alive!

[@chasedart382]

I wouldn't call "lacking the luxury of being angry" a statement of powerlessness. Why do we get angry? Because we feel powerless and think expressing our anger will empower us. Problem solvers don't get angry and stew. They work towards solutions.

[@flappycelery]

Chase, you've got it. That's the kind of distinction a great many people don't have the awareness for, or the intellect for. Thank you.

[@briancorr3668]

When a man with a gun tells you to do something no you nor I have the luxury of being angry. Very clever comparing today’s problems with those of the 1950’s but also very disingenuous.

[@jongyon7192p]

@@JorissenJan wat?

[@JJ-zy3zv]

Really hits deep

[@EarthtonesCymbals]

A gentle man with an enormously powerful message. Two thumbs up on this video. Best wishes to everyone! Peace.

[@jawaherahmed2165]

I'm with you james cause i've been affected by racism in school and I'm a fifth grader and sometimes it hurts my feelings and i wonder if somebody even care and does it make them happier?

[@lunastarr1925]

The chinese in my country r also racists.....

[@mohamedsalama4593]

Hopefully your parents will truly listen to you and actually help end your nightmare reality. They can start by: Putting you in another school IN A PLACE WHERE OTHER PEOPLE LOOK LIKE YOU AND SHARE YOUR CULTURE! I've never understood why anyone would ever force their children to "STRUGGLE" through racism. Especially in America!!! Maybe moving to a better state for your religion or ethnicity would be better. You should talk to them and let them know "WE DON'T HAVE TO STRUGGLE LIKE THIS! There is a world of countries that offer a better life for us." It's not hard to just do it, sell everything, Get Out!, Live Free, & FINALLY BE HAPPY. If they refuse to be free, K-12 homeschooling will make things a little bit easier. Sorry your suffering kid. Being peaceful, hanging with a good group of friends, telling guidance counselor, martial arts, & Prayer helps too. Good luck to you.

[@lindaramos8917]

It's 3years since your post and i hope you succeeded thru your struggle. I pray you did not run from it and looked hate and ignorance in the face and learned from it. I hope you spoke up against the wrong and kept your head held high. Don't let anyone take your joy away. Ever!!! Remember you don't have to attend every argument that you are invited too attend becuase Haters feed off of it like oxygen. To insult your heratige is a foolish move we all came from Adam and weather they like it or not you are their brother.

[@hayaattube4110]

Same here. You're not alone!

[@edtheoneandonly9041]

I'm so sorry that happened to you.

[@tehgees]

This is insane that a human being has to go through this for a human necessity.

[@MMphego]

It is what it is. We go through such every single damn day

[@saganmcvander636]

You can think imperialism for that. The system is designed to move people up based on reputation, who they know, and who knows them more so than practical skills. This is why you see blacks in sports more than ever before these days and the only thing that doesn't discriminate is nepotism.

[@Imakulate]

That's because it's a lie.

[@louiserose5274]

💯🤯🤬

[@davidlafleche1142]

@@MMphego Go through what?

[@ianlondon2888]

I worked with this brother, learned a lot in very little time.

[@SpectrumOfChange]

Wait really? That's amazing! If you care to share some words on what you learned I would be grateful to listen.

[@rhonda4333]

I just want to hug this dear man and all who suffer this torture. It makes me cry.

[@surfersilver6610]

How is looking for an apartment 'torture'? You've never applied for one before obviously. Smdh snowflakes, thin skinned sissies all of you. I've had similar hardship without racism. Most people have to apply at MANY places for an apartment and jobs and takes weeks to months to get one. My qualified friend just put in over 30 applications for work. 2023. Real life.

[@Mr.Bravo6157]

The fact that people think racism is dead is mind boggling to me

[@MegaDixen]

The fact that you think the little cupe cake racism there is to day is the same as 50+ years ago is mind boggling to me.

[@gardeniac.3782]

I wasnt aware of it until 7th grade. I never watched the news and was oblivious to a majority of social constructs. I realize now I am aware of only a fraction of what goes on in the US and I'm ashamed.

[@vernstein3877]

the old racism from 50+ years ago is dead

[@My2Cents91]

Racism is never going to be dead, just like murder rate will never go down to zero. However, racism is not as bad as what the media wants you to believe. So the point is why dwell on something you can't control, why not move on and make something better of yourself? Why is it that every other minority race (including the late arrivals of Africans and West Indies) is doing better than then "descendants of slaves".

[@ssimba2785]

Little tea cup 9 Racism will never be eradicated ever be in USA and anywhere in the world. Just educate people for better understanding towards one another.

[@gojump7]

I give this man credit for not becoming embittered for what he was put through with the apartments and trailers. I am sure he has many other examples as well. It is heartbreaking to know how people treated him and so many other people. It was good to learn that his children and grandchildren are happy and successful. I wish James A. White Sr. well and wonder what his thoughts are these past few weeks...?

[@SipLeila]

What about blacks attacking Asians on the streets of Chicago and San Francisco and beating them to a PULP?

[@oppothumbs1]

There are reasons for bias and racism. But some people don't want feedback. They don't want to walk a mile in others shoes and understand. That's all I can say, and this comment is probably drowned in a few minutes. Racism is terrible but there are legitimate and illegitimate reasons.

[@mildemtaysel1234]

​@oppothumbs1 can you explain the "legitimate" reasons?

[@oppothumbs1]

@@mildemtaysel1234 First it would not be allowed. Second, do you understand that every race has it's biases? If every race is equal to you, then you can't act like one group has more inherent bias.

[@mildemtaysel1234]

@oppothumbs1 "there are reasons for bias and racism, but some people don't want feedback"... I asked for feedback, and you provided none. Thanks 👍 I think the person who doesn't want to walk a mile in others' shoes, is the one reflected in your mirror.

[@OnochieAfigbo]

The man went through some sad stuff. Lovely presentation! I hope we can all learn from it.

[@terriharrigan7249]

This racism is totally unacceptable but sadly it never seems to go away. Loved the talk. Very interesting

[@dwpharester8714]

YOU make it "go away".

[@Kemet3.0]

​@@dwpharester8714 No, racism is systemically ingrained in Western culture. A major problem still exists in Europe against Africa and of course USA​. However, this will be their downfall.

[@davidolatunji119]

Is there a racism that is acceptable?

[@ruthpicon2203]

It would be good If everyone who agrees that discrimination in housing has to be stopped, were to look at their city's record and practice on this issue. We need to let our our elected officials and candidates running for office know that we care about this issue. Check to see if there are organizations in your city or town that are working on housing issues and get involved in what ever way you can.

[@surfersilver6610]

Dude this lecture is at least 8 years old and his experience happened in 1964 right after Jim Crow. That level of prejudice/bigotry is hard to find nowadays. Wake up, you are being used to keep this hate alive. Affirmative action and racial quotas are discrimination and need abolishing. They've proven harmful not helpful. Those are real current issues, not housing.

[@mackenzier6951]

13:58 here after the murder of George Floyd and the ongoing protests, and this could not have been said better. we must all unite in solidarity together and make CHANGE! i can only hope that that change comes soon.

[@youraverageprogamer9194]

Correct!

[@smbowey9137]

You can't only hope, you can take action. Your life matters as a part of the movement you apply to. Unite!

[@mackenzier6951]

@@smbowey9137 I completely agree with you both! Sorry, I may have not phrased that as best as I could have, I simply mean that in general my wish would be for these changes to occur soon. By no means do I think idly standing by on the sidelines and 'hoping' for this change will allow that to change to actually happen.

[@MegaDixen]

lol

[@louiserose5274]

💯

[@s.terris9537]

You have my standing ovation, Mr. White. I agree completely. I'm sorry that you are the one to end up having to educate us - when you are on the receiving end of fear, hate and othering. Hate and othering is in upswing right now. I vow to keep doing my very small part.

[@Poetically_Inspiring_Change-4u]

Your stories are our stories. Thank you 🙏🏾 for sharing~

[@bibiewa3723]

Not much have changed. My partner experiences racism almost on daily basis. After years of being together i have learned to recognize the it and my God, it's heartbreaking. I have enough of people telling him he needs to ignore it, grow a thick skin or better that it's only in his head. Society needs to change, white people need to let go of the monopoly for life. I have no patience left anymore. Information and research is out there and there is no place for ignorance.

[@mohamedsalama4593]

Please tell us: What beliefs do they have that make whites silent & collectively hateful of african & brown people? We know that they are fed the hate by their family members & other whites. Why are they such SHEEPLE? Why do they stay silent and enjoy privilege while other people suffer?

[@amritjanardhanan]

@@mohamedsalama4593 Whites are not "collectively hateful" of all colored people. There may be lingering effects of policy from half a century ago but it is a lie to say that racism and overt racists are as prevalent today are they were before the civil rights movement.

[@princessirulancorrino4695]

Your comment resonates with me. It’s exactly how I feel too.

[@katrand5357]

Bibi, tell us what you do that helps support your partner in there right to equal treatment and self-direction? That's what we need to hear from you. That's what helps people 2 model good behavior

[@531cuk]

@@mohamedsalama4593 Because of their Arrogance and ignorance! You cannot discuss with them; Their ideologie is to strong You must fight against them! Show em no respect either!

[@Jake-nd3cp]

Thank you for all you do to help make positive changes in the world. The world is an infinitely better place because of men like you.

[@06151b0023]

Thank you Sir for sharing your story brought me tears. May God bless you and your family.

[@jr2no160]

My first USAF station was Tyndall AFB FL. Despite efforts to rent a decent apartment, I ended up in an old trailer park owned and operated by a retired military married to a German woman. I know exactly what the speaker went through. It was 1981 🤨

[@CatharineCummings]

Wow!

[@kf31paris]

Same issue in Europe and When we end living in the same boroughs they accuse us of communautarism 🤔😕

[@surfersilver6610]

Yep 1981....41 years ago. Lets let that past stay in the past. I will say Military folk are known to be mobile and deployed or relocated often, so some places may not want that and want more stable tenants. That may be a source of rejection for same to this day.

[@rolandgraham2380]

@@surfersilver6610 Except that his senior officer sent him to a place with which the military had a good relationship and long standing dealings.This wasn't enough in just his case.

[@nostalgic8377]

Blind eyes are still in our midst. Let such speeches open the door, albeit small. Thank u Sir.😍

[@katrand5357]

Small demonstrations of love and support for our neighbors can become exponential

[@rusure.8102]

Thank you for your service brother. I for one appreciate it. Stand up and be counted 💯💟❣️💔

[@Yunhoec.]

Its not fair. I am deeply sorry by my whole heart that over millions have gone through this. Its seriously heartbreaking. Im so sorry James.

[@ngwamakai1773]

I watched and I am touched by it. He’s a good speaker.

[@corinaamato3519]

You have done well sir. Your children and they're example are testimony to that.

[@TheRexasaurus]

12:03 SO SO SO SO IMPORTANT! LISTEN TO THIS WONDERFUL MAN!

[@catharinavarga4113]

A great talk backed by examples, emotions and a clear way to learn & grow.

[@bonnierobinson8684]

God bless you for explaining the truth in an honest way. Easy to picture what you are saying! Hope this gets better. America needs to get better! We need to be better and we need to show that we are better and teach our children to accept all people!

[@surfersilver6610]

We ARE better. Do you live under a Democrat rock?

[@aidenmalecky7928]

I love this. He's an inspiration.

[@tsheposebeela9433]

Thank you for telling us your story and experiences.

[@MOCHI-ek6rc]

'If I let you in other tenants would move out' the same thing happens in schools as well even kids face the same thing even till today.

[@iansings7428]

Jim, you are a very wise man. Thank you for your work and passion to educate. "What the World Needs Now Is Love, Sweet Love That's the Only Thing That There's Just Too Little Of..."

[@zaindershabazz5583]

I experienced racism in the 5th grade, I'm 45 now, racism helped me grown without living in fear, racism has taught me to stand taller, more knowledgeable about my blackness, how blessed we are to survive decades of white ugliness,

[@duuhwinning6589]

Just grade 5.... wouldn't you think it was longer ?

[@claudiachurch4285]

Get over it ,it has passed and now you are only making things worse for no reason live in the present instead of the past

[@SipLeila]

What about blacks attacking Asians on the streets of Chicago and San Francisco and beating them to a PULP?

[@claudiachurch4285]

@@SipLeila yes they never metion that do they ?

[@smack770]

@@claudiachurch4285 In that case, what's the purpose of honoring the founding fathers and the people that helped shape America into what it is today? Aren't these clear indicators that the past impacts the present and the future? Just openly acknowledge your bigotry 😌

[@monalisawm]

well done your story is outstanding and survival.

[@audialiastt2601]

No wonder pregnant Mary and husband Joseph could not get room at the Inns even though they were expecting baby boy We indeed are his people. Amen to that.🙏

[@donnabat7808]

Lol

[@JPark-f5k]

Good on you for sharing this! I’m also on the receiving end of this on a daily basis where I live, which is very sad in this day and age. I fell deep into depression beacuse of this and the fear that my young son can fall victim to racism. The profound learned helplessness is very stubborn to get rid of. It can ruin your life. It’s a predominantly white country and there’s a resurgence of strong racism towards Asians or anyone who looks like Chinese regardless of how long you’ve been here, contributed to the society, live this place and yearn to positively contribute more to this country! I’ve decided to pick myself up and when anything like this happens to me I will bless their soul and stay compassionate towadrs all the haters. They are the ones who are hurting themselves not us!

[@katrand5357]

Blessings to your family. I honestly believe you will be seeing great strides in the next 5 to 10 years!

[@Groovyliving]

5 years on. Nothing has changed. George Floyd, Breonna Taylor. RIP

[@AkibaLaShell]

Marc Archibald no you go get an education☺️

[@mrreeman2829]

5 years..... Errrrrr, a bit longer than that!

[@IvanYordanov88]

He was A CRIMINAL

[@field369]

White America not only DOESNT want progress but they want DEVOLUTION! And I'm a white guy in a town of 80% whites. I've never been more ashamed of my skin color than today. Therefore I get active & speak up, I dont try and change hearts but hopefully minds. Most of White America is REALLY UNEDUCATED & that is a serious flaw in our Public School System.

[@mrreeman2829]

@@field369 And what's more, I bet lots of them go to church and pray....... Hypocrites.

[@wmhaynes5632]

Your story breaks my heart. My son and grandchildren live in Mountain Home. I fear for them as much remains the same there. I originally considered moving out to be closer, but I can't live in a place devoid of diversity. The land of "God, Guns, and Glory" in the worst sense.

[@rimrunz1795]

Eloquent, composed, clear.... Not accusatory, not playing games.. Bless this guy

[@lilyfalcone6136]

Amazing! Everyone needs to watch this, thank you for telling your story 💙

[@cubadebesai1356]

Silence to injustice and discrimination is killing America. Here in Canada as an African I always fight injustice and discrimination. I tell my friends I can ignore and pass it, but I do it not for me but for our children.

[@Prathamesh247]

This is so shocking and unlike how American society is projected in films and web series.

[@IAMLampLighter]

The media is a manipulator! Racism is strong here. PS I'm a white guy

[@edwinamendelssohn5129]

@@IAMLampLighter how do you know?

[@osvie0168]

@@edwinamendelssohn5129 Because racism is not hard to spot, but it's easy to ignore if you're the one who does not constantly experience it.

[@edwinamendelssohn5129]

@@osvie0168 I've get it in six years have a single person tell me what racism they have experienced. I ask often. If you can't tell me. Then stop saying you experience it.

[@SpectrumOfChange]

@@edwinamendelssohn5129 wait. Are you saying you've asked for examples of racism for years, and no one has ever given you a story example of something that they experienced?

[@renocoolify]

It's pretty scary to read some of these comments. wow!

[@nilsp9426]

Well that underscores the value of the talk in my opinion. If racism is still a widespread problem, we need to solve it. Albeit I do not think shaming is the right way to do so.

[@HipHopAn0n]

Yeah words and ideas are scary unless they're the same as mine!

[@quwandathornton]

renocoolify I’m use to this by now

[@edith4189]

FightWorldSlavery you’re a very very lost individual. Get help.

[@JOA-JADE]

FightWorldSlavery, what exactly are you ranting about?

[@gloriayah689]

What an excellent assessment. It shows how racism is accepted and promoted by many Americans. I agree also that the solution is to NOT get enraged and react in an adversive manner; but to appeal to all decent Americans to stand up against these crimes. We also have to shatter the notion that police are always right and stop the blue wall of silence that protects them when they are wrong.

[@manzurekhoda7013]

I want to know more about the racism in USA and that is what led me to this video :)

[@connorkb3418]

well done for wanting to learn more. this is the start of change!

[@billyrobertss6842]

❤️🙏🏻🙏🏿🙏🇺🇸🕊️🕊️☝🏼

[@losertherapy244]

"Insanity", exactly. We must have the awareness to realize the situation we're in at all times - my sister, my brother, you're not dealing with an individual being unreasonable, you're dealing with insanity. The reality is that we "don't have the luxury of being angry," and it's not that we shouldn't push back but that we shouldn't want to push back. Why? Here's an analogical question for you: Why in the world would you want to provoke a psychopath in the moment you're confronted by one? It's a waste of your time, and there's a high chance that it'll be a waste of your precious life too. Instead, apply mindfulness, like our elder right here - Mr. White Sr. Just look at the level of composure he embodies!

[@davidhamilton506]

One million likes for this presentation...

[@psalmmygodschild3665]

Let the blind stay blind. Let those in denial remain in denial. Discontinue to cast your pearls before swine. No matter how long it takes, the end results of "what you give to another" are that "you give it to your self." One day the tables will turn and those who inflicted terror will get it all back. It's a basic law of the universe. And boy have they got it coming.

[@faufauledino2921]

Don’t let those in denial remain in denial.

[@Tututu311]

We can’t expect people who suffer from racism to grow thick skin while people are allowed to comfortably stay blind. We shouldn’t accept this kind of behaviour anymore.

[@katrand5357]

Why hope for vengeance? It takes the same amount of energy to Hope and imagine peace

[@oueslatiislam2478]

@@Tututu311 i love ur answer

[@yourenotugly2967]

Hopefully racism will end and we can all live in peace

[@kyleholmes7378]

Hi ..

[@zebmakotoko658]

OLD Pharaoh's heart is so hard that's no going to change.

[@zebmakotoko658]

@. After being graduated in Engineering years ago offered a job In mining town . I Made an appointment to see a room. The landlord fell down the stairs, shocked to see me as he told me it's no longer available.stumbling with words on the floor. Yes, It was an accident. NO matter how we look at it . But the ad. remained in the classified for some time. Minor detail. .

[@nadiamombrun2340]

Racism will never end, men like power.

[@Burt472]

Thanks from Italy for your great testimonial

[@ajrwilde14]

heart-breaking to watch this, seriously

[@ladyggsmith3261]

hate people that you don;t even get to know is insane.... not liking someone just because they have dark color is insane and shallow,..AF!!!

[@ganaramesh7278]

RIP George Floyd

[@field369]

R.I.P. DAVID MCATEE...He was shot and killed in Louisville trying to defend himself from a TRIGGER HAPPY NATIONAL GUARD! BREONNA & DAVID STILL NEED JUSTICE...contact your Govt "Officials"

[@EsotericDesi]

That's a GREAT life story of a vet... those who do this DO NOT DESERVE TO BE CALLED PATRIOTS...

[@oomp9123]

I really hate people being judged by there skin color without even giving them a chance to show there personality, all because of there appearance.

[@rcox27cnmedu]

I'm trying to learn how to change things for others. I found another Tedx speaker that helped me a lot

[@jo31b]

I like this guy's approach. Great talk.

[@Pathrissia]

Some people need to be seriously slapped in the head to get it working again for treating people like this. Heard there's an error. However, if he's gonna talk about amount of deaths and skincolor, I wanna see numbers.

[@meh.7539]

Hi, Fellow white person here. Yeah, can confirm. There's a great many number that need to "get turned off and back on again." -me

[@garydawson7218]

Take one look across Africa. Not one country there is thriving and you blacks really think white people are still the problem? Seriously???

[@nephriteasmr]

100% Honky hi, look at the reason for that. Centuries of exploitation and colonisation. They’re only just catching up. And to argue none of them are thriving is ridiculous, some of them are industrialising and changing at incredible rates right now. Take your ignorance elsewhere.

[@audialiastt2601]

Is it innate? The haters and sociopath gravatate toward gov.

[@audialiastt2601]

It is innate in them.

[@ConcernedET]

That is the reason why America is filled with depressed people. Everyone will reap what they sow. It might take time but it will happen in one way or another. We need to be mindful on what we sow now to have a fruitful life later. God help us.

[@B888-h2o]

I agree, NO ONE wins when it comes to racism. Some people think they are but it’s a facade, they are also mentally and spiritually trapped by contributing to racism

[@AntoinetteMPetty]

The day I woke up and saw many peoples of different races, ethnic groups and cultures together protesting, I knew change was coming for the better for us all. Amen😷👍😇❤

[@liangmen]

As long as we are still talking about racism, as long as our children still know this word and use it in daily life, racism still exist. We must ACT, NOW, proactively!

[@charlottewenzel2005]

I would join his hypothetical group in a heartbeat!!!!! Bravo!!!!

[@carol-leelane721]

Bravo and bless you. “Elevate your consciousness” as a dialogical pursuit of truth by the many. We need each of us to accomplish the revolution humanity is crying out for.

[@karendoyle8600]

To collectively change. Yessss !!!!

[@chanamiriam8923]

I just want to cry 😭 Not okay.

[@carriesylvester8389]

I am not only your ally, I am also your accomplice❤️

[@sisteray3539]

thank you for sharing your personal experiences. was a joy to hear 😊

[@vincentbeernaert1163]

Respect for all people who fight discrimination!👏🏼

[@nesanetlehulum1825]

You hnow what, racism will not end in amerikaka. Come to Africa we need highly trained and educated people. Of course this has to be coordinated by the various African governments.

[@nicoethan3481]

well i hope racism will end in america , but African governments should cooperate

[@jermanepatterson1665]

It's the racism with the kind words and a smile that hurts the most. 🙁

[@salamjihad3449]

WE MUST DO IT THAT WAY !!

[@jmin8400]

@@salamjihad3449 Shut up.

[@salamjihad3449]

@@jmin8400 WHY ? THATS HOW MOST OF US BLACKS DO IT !!

[@grateful01]

And yet here we are again 2020 RIP Mr.floyd RIP Mr. Audrey 🙏 and the list goes on and on

[@madouc5754]

White people get killed by cops too. Is that also because of racism?

[@mirtica]

Beautifully profound.

[@KrishnaSingh-ru7fu]

One of the best person ever

[@CreeCarnivore]

Well said. Hands up to you, James White Sr. 🙌

[@jamesyoung3731]

all these racists in the comments smh

[@romandarius6041]

Racist is a word used only on white people

[@jamesyoung3731]

yeah

[@romandarius6041]

Hessian14, Racist is a word used only on white people. If white people prefer to be around their own kind, why don't you be KIND ENOUGH to leave them alone!

[@xandercorp6175]

Wanting to be around your own kind is fine. It's the further actions you might take in support of that goal that might be a problem.

[@rillyoung4930]

@@romandarius6041 what about when your OWN KIND (WOMEN) don't want you to be around huh??????? And they just want that BBC!

[@sramoore0075187]

Mr. White: I was a Security Forces member (Air Police) in the USAF. Did two tours in Iraq. Nothing much has changed.

[@sjahrnenesbit4578]

Beautifully presented well done

[@olivia_liuuuuu2937]

I feel so sad to hear these real stories. As an Asian in US, I have been encountering racism all the time, even though it’s 2024. I sometimes feel that there would be no changes in the world, however I still want to fight!

[@fuzznakano]

Great speech. Great man.

[@motv-independentthinkingfo3817]

AMAZING TEDX THANK YOU MY BROTHER! PREACH! PREACH! THERE IS TOO MUCH HATE AND RACISM! GOD BLESS YOU GOD BLESS US ALL!

[@justicebrooks3517]

Bottomline don't let them stop you. Keep fighting.

[@noraj.7383]

Much agreed everywhere where you dont speak up this happens. Rules and prosecutions are necessary pillars into combating injustices.

[@sunniqa899]

This is hurting my soul.

[@luckyluke3484]

Blacks see the best people. They are well educated. , always respectful and hard working. We should all follow their example.

[@DineoC]

7 years later we are still on this fight. God help us!!

[@sjenk5000]

You mean 400 years later. Hope you wont vote maga?

[@moraymageorgina8455]

You made me cry Sir. Stop racism!

[@johnkeithrobinson7399]

good job brother keep up the good work

[@hikidunm1582]

This right here pierced my soul. Heavy!!

[@itada28]

I learned a lot from this man

[@kennethkimbroug8087]

Well so much for the primary cause being rooted in the individual......

[@benverzijlbergen2968]

That was a good talk, sir.

[@sandreid87]

Love the speech. It deserves a lot more views for sure! The weird thing is, from an evolutionary viewpoint, the whole term "racism" doesn't make any sense. There are no "races" among humans. We are all just one race. One race, with different skin colors. There's not 1% difference in our DNA. It's all just a social concept. Old thinking. We need to get rid of it. There's no room for it in modern society. Sadly, that's not the case. Racism is on the rise in my country. The nationalist political party in my country, is on the rise. It's down right scary to see people being so biased. Ignorance at it's best...

[@malkyp07]

Inspirational!!

[@Vazzy21616]

What kind of time warp was that? Was that really 15 minutes? I could listen to him all day.

[@Yvonne19712010]

Coming up to 50 years myself, last 50 I haven't seen much change, from what I've heard though miles better than a 100 years ago.

[@katrand5357]

Yvonne, keep watching and keep living. You are going to see some miraculous changes over the next 10 years at most!

[@katrand5357]

Oh, and please be a part of it. I'm not just saying words, I have organized a group and also belong to a couple of groups who are working toward peace, Harmony, love, and equality

[@Yvonne19712010]

@@katrand5357 Good

[@paulagiles9124]

Yes! We CANNOT accept that kind of behavior any more! Yes!

[@BlackPanther-vk5ew]

One of the better talks!

[@Whylife100]

Yes Sir by any means necessary!!! Thats my life

[@themasterplannyc3811]

I hope that this was enough. That everyone steps out to no longer accept this behaviour.

[@katrand5357]

Master plan, will you make a commitment to doing those things yourself, also? JSYK, I have already joined you in doing this myself and with others. You have to believe that you can make wins because the only other choice is to suffer losses

[@marcuservin2167]

Hmm inspiring Testimony of Life and staying the course 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙏🏾💙

[@shangosankofa9560]

Hate to break it to you dear Jim, but there’s absolutely nothing you can do to eradicate the hatred that others have in their hearts. Only they themselves can do that. It’s a horrible feeling of helplessness and hopelessness that envelops. No matter how nice you are or how compliant there’ll always be another excuse for them to treat you/us badly.

[@seojtoni2836]

Every learning and values starts at home, teach your children to be a descent individual at home and within the community, no matter what your color is people will respect you, and that will be the start of change of racism.

[@wtf-qr3vq]

You dont understand ...you dont have to teach kids that they are born knowing that...we should star by stop teaching iur kids to hate

[@Dancinstan1]

I echo Kay Steele, 5+ years on and it seems daily now. And people complain about the "lawless" protesters. There is good reason for that rage.