Open Thread

March 1st, 2009 10:47 AM

For general discussion and debate. Possible talking point: Obama speaks to "State of the Black Union."

"You know that tough times for America often mean tougher times for African Americans. This recession has been no exception," Obama told the 10th annual "State of the Black Union" gathering, noting that the unemployment rate among African-Americans is five points higher than the national average. 

How does this make you feel? Aren't we ONE nation? How can we be ONE nation if there's a Black Union?