are Americans racist towards Barack Obama?

Question

I was watching some youtube videos of Obama. On the comments alot of people were calling him Ni**a and other offensive words. I watched a few videos of him speaking and checked out his website. He seems alot more genuine than George Bush. There were also comments on that he was liberal & socialist and claims of ' America can only function on capitalism'. I was taught by one of of my history teachers that a country with extreme communism/socialism or extreme capitalism is a disaster waiting to happen. I wonder what these people writing racist things about an educated man with coloured skin were taught? i'd like to hear your views

hey ph_yo, ALOT of countries have a stock exchange, democracy and free healthcare. They are somewhat capitalist but incorporate SOME socialist things such as free healthcare and college. Socialist doesn't always mean extreme communism such as the cold war era. Just like assault can mean giving someone a little shove or breaking their jaw, it's still assault just different degrees,. The latter being the worst assault out of the two lol.

Also i didn't mean you must vote for him just because he's black. I meant some Americans will not even listen to his ideas from the feedback left on youtube.

However i was glad that alot of people who wrote comments also attacked the racist comments.

I agree that youtube isn't the best source of opinion, however it is used by alot of everyday people. and i have heard a million times in chat people saying in text and on voice' oh my god i sure as hell won't want a black president' ' then other people say ' America will never have a black president' like as if it's taboo over there.

Answer 1

There are many, many Americans, some of them in very high places who are very racist.. and are frightened to death the Obama might win. I hope he does.. i would give anything to see him in Washington.

And then it will be hilarious to watch the very ones who called him names and made racial slurs, have to backtrack and eat their words.

Oh yes, Racism is alive and well and living quite comfortable in Washington.. underr the bed of course.

Answer 2

I think there are alot of people that act racist towards Barack Obama and yet about the same amount of people are also against the racism that is spread on here about him. The important thing should be, when picking a President or anyone, for that matter, they should pay attention to the issues at stake and what this particular person is willing to do to make things better. Many people out there seem to just hear his name and think that he is Muslim, when he actually goes to the Trinity United Church of Christ south side of Chicago. People also keep asking about a black President when that question doesn't even need asking, we all have a brain to think with underneath whatever color we are. It is how we use our brains and our lives that matter. Obama does and is for alot of stuff that the Bush Administration has not handled and carried through. Obama wants to see good things happen for this country. Bush has mainly been about the war and using alot of money overseas. Obama seems to talk on our terms and on our level with things

Answer 3

There is, of course, a racist contingent in this country. That's impossible to deny. You can see them post questions in this forum about Obama. If they don't come out and flaunt their racism they try to couch it in softer words, but most of us see through it anyway. Racists always think they are clever about hiding their bigotry, but they show it all the time without even being consciously aware of it. Doesn't say a whole lot about their intelligence does it?

I think this country has improved overall though, when it comes to whether they would vote for a black candidate, or a woman for that matter. We'll never get rid of racists completely, they breed their own and pass on the ignorance. But it has gotten better, I truly believe that. We can't forget about the other people though, who never say it out loud, but just won't be able to bring themselves to punch that ticket for a black man. Those "hidden" racists are probably going to be the main problem. When it comes to the nomination the Democrats, like it or not, are going to have to weigh the balance of racists and misogynists and decide which group has more members. I don't think Edwards has a chance to take the nomination so I don't include him. Though, being the foremost white male candidate definitely puts him the running for consideration.

As a side note, if the Dems are smart they'll do what common wisdom suggests and run Clinton/Obama as a team. Truly a Dream Team that would be near impossible to beat.

Answer 4

Those people were taught that their fore-fathers were all white presidents. Most likely, those individuals were raised in predominatly white neighborhoods, and passed on 'old fashioned teachings'. Of course a racist doesnt view his/her teachings as racist...more like...fair. America is 'fair', we havent gotten far enough yet--Barrack's running for Pres' is just the begining. It doesnt matter what shade of black you are, the intelligence only gets you so far in a racist world. But I think Barrack has a chance...Bush opened the doors for many candidates...Im under the impression that Americans will take anyone who will get the troops out Iraq....which most of us want. Right? Dont get me wrong, this is in no way intended to offend...Im just stating my own opinion.

VOTE WISE. AND LIVE PEACEFULY. 1 nation under GOD.

Answer 5

If people are so ignorant that they would speak offensively and in a racist manner about Barack Obama, then they are also probably not smart enough to use voting machines or for that matter find their way to the polls. Judging from the amount of money he has raised from Americans for his campaign, most of us are not racist. The ignorant are a dying breed. Thank God!

Answer 6

Personally I like Barack Obama.

I'm a registered independent, and I would probably vote for him. Especially considering the type of incompetent morons the GOP has been putting up.

We need someone to get this country back on track - I don't know for a fact that Obama could do it, but I'm willing to give him a chance.

Obviously his race is going to be an issue, considering that if he were elected, he would be the first black man to hold the office of President of the United States of America. I would not be surprised to see assassination attempts by racists - so he would have to be especially careful at all times.

The uneducated and incompetent are how we got to this dark time in American history. Hopefully the enlightened and intelligent will step up to the task, and get us back on track.

Answer 7

I believe that republicans are showing there true colors when it comes to our president. I can't believe the racists chants that are constantly said towards our president. Why don't they just put on there white sheets and just wear there kkk emblems on there costumes. At this point there is no respect and there should be some type of consequence for there actions. But we as minorities should stand together and file a lawsuit against this madness and take up for our president.

Answer 8

No, not racist towards Obamba. A lot are afraid of those who they don't understand.
Me, I just don't think the guy would be very effective.

Now, do you think that Americans are racist towards George Bush? All the vile comments made by Ray Nagin of New Orleans? Nagin is a perfect example of a racist.

I think that racism is prevelant in all races. Racism is a very strong word to use for what i see, I would characterize it more as fear and ignorance towards those who are different from us. We have to start interacting more with each other and stop hiding behind our skin color.

Answer 9

I think there's a lot of racism surrounding the Obama candidacy. First, I think that there are many black americans who will vote for Obama just because he is black. That's wrong and racist. Second, many white Americans will vote for some other candidate just because Obama is black. That, too, is wrong and racist.

Answer 10

As a black man myself, I do not like Obama. He is an opportunist, as recent comments about the VT shootings show.

Further, he is a socialist. He does not believe in capitalism, but does believe in government regulation of the marketplace. He is a disaster waiting to happen, and entirely beholden to political special interst causes.

He does not view the White House as a tool to effect change, but instead views the white house as an ends to itself. I will not vote for Obama, now or ever.

Answer 11

You get your political news from youtube? A website that caters to mainly people, mainly teenagers, who are trying to get 15 minutes of internet fame and the most views than other posts. Not to mention it could be digitally placed in there, dubbing and subbing with voice overs. For Obama, who is this guy anyways? He is nothing but the mere product of media. How many people even knew about him before he went on Oprah's show to plug his book? What experiences does he have from being in senate since 2005? Read his book and you can see his inexperienced nature in this whole field of work. He is nowhere near ready to become a President. He is nothing but the handiwork of media frenzy. A fad. I don't care if he is black or white.