Originally posted by
Dreamtimer
Racism is a complex and complicated issue. Whites can be racist against other whites. The Irish are a good example (of experiencing racism by other whites). But it could be something as simple as the label 'white trash'.
I personally think that the mixing of genetic diversity and cultural diversity in America is one of the things that gives it it's greatest strength. It was founded by culturally diverse folks, why shouldn't it continue that way? We didn't get weak over time, we got stronger.
White folks could have their DNA checked to see how much of what they have. It could help adjust perspective. But prejudices don't die with logic and information. That takes a lot of hard work.
Trump is an opportunist who plays into passions. That's where his gut is strongest. He's playing into something that obviously existed already. Some folks had their heads in the sand, believing we had got past racism.
Now they can see for real that's not the case. It's a good first step. Trump's current strength, playing into this dynamic, will weaken over time. He's not really recruiting new folks into the belief system, just exploiting what's there. It can't last over time.
Folks who were standing on the sidelines believing in their comfort have been rudely awakened. They gonna get active.