Re: “Racism still prevalent today”
Yes, racial inequality is still a problem in the U.S. But it should not be a topic that is discussed mainly during Black History Month.
Black people and members of other minority groups are victims of racism 12 months a year. Nevertheless, I applaud your thoughtful editorial. The Daily’s editorial board is continuing its long tradition of urging students, faculty and staff to abolish overt and covert forms of racism at OU and elsewhere.
Every generation of OU family members has had a critical mass that grew up without obvious racial bigots. Also, every generation has had individuals who erroneously declared America to be post-racial.
More abolishing needs to be done. I am anxious to see what the current OU family members, especially students, will do to help create an even more racially and culturally inclusive university.
George Henderson, professor emeritus of human relations, education and sociology
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