[Motley]

It is time for truth- even when it is blunt. You seem to prefer excuses. If groups, all groups, want to be seen in a better light, they should earn it through being responsible citizens, obeying the law, earning their own way, and policing their own. When thjey get rid of the Al Sharptons, Eric Holders, Barack Obamas, Jesse Jacksons, etc. and develop responsible leaders, they may gain that respect you seem to think they don't have now.

At least you don't deny your prejudice and preconceived notions regarding African Americans. There is actually no excuse for your comment regarding fried chicken. I never made an excuse actually. Would love to know where you see one.

In that case no group should be respected or seen in a positive light since they are judged by the actions of a minority.