By Talk of the Nation — 2010
Professor Cornel West confesses that he’s having second thoughts about President Obama. West is also concerned about the lack of love and respect he sees between people, particularly where race is concerned.
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There is this thing that happens, all too often, when a Black woman is being introduced in a professional setting. Her accomplishments tend to be diminished. The introducer might laugh awkwardly, rushing through whatever impoverished remarks they have prepared.
Millions of young people grew up knowing the landmark Americans With Disabilities Act as a birthright. They now demand its guarantees — and even more.
Technology isn’t always the answer.
People can change how they think and communicate. They can treat themselves with much more respect, and they can learn from their limitations without hating themselves.
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