I’m sure by now we’ve all heard about the congressman than yelled, “Liar” at President Obama. I found this article that alleges that the Congressman was motivated by racism when making this comment.
This editorial details an interview with Former President Jimmie Carter. President Carter is speaking out about his opinion of South Carolina Congressman Joe Wilson’s actions. President Carter states Congressman Wilson’s comment was racist.
Why is it that now that we have an African American president that anytime anyone doesn’t agree with him then they must be racist? None of the previous Caucasian presidents ever discounted a minority’s objection claiming the disapproved because they were racist. Now I am not saying I completely approve of Congressman Wilson’s actions because I do not. I do think the Congressman just chose to verbalize what everyone else was thinking. Congressman Wilson was actually correct. The numbers that President Obama was alluding to were actually skewed. However, Congressman Wilson should have shown some professionalism and handled his objection in a civil manner.
Very few times since President Obama took office have I heard him actually respond to concerns voiced by the republican party (especially with the healthcare agenda). I can remember on several occasions where the president, or Democratic Party as a whole, has discounted someone’s views claiming that they were a racist. Now sadly I can’t say that this is completely not possible because it is. Unfortunately there are lowly people in this world that dislike President Obama merely because of his skin color. But I don’t think everyone that disagrees with him feels that way. There are some people left that truly care about the well-being of our country.
If President Obama, or any of the Democratic Party, would debate the objections that are voiced then some of the skeptical members may change their views. Resorting to claiming racism isn’t doing anyone any good or solving any issues.
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Finally, someone else who is sick of everyone just claiming that they are racist because they didn't agree. I completely agree with your article. Some professionalism should have been shown by the Congressman, but that doesn't mean he is racist. This could be taken too far and could get out of hand if it doesn't get controlled.
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