Charles:  You have a way of "lancing the boil" of racial issues.  That, IMO, is not a bad thing....messy, yes......unpleasant, yes....but a necessary step if we're going to have any really meaningful conversation regarding such issues.  I respect and admire your willingness to, using your own name, stand up for your beliefs and concerns.  

I'd enjoy a cup of coffee or a beer and a conversation with you some day.  Should you be interested, give me a call.  best regards, Gary