For a response to President Obama’s comments on the acquittal of George
Zimmerman and racism in the United States, we’re joined by Dr. Cornel
West, professor at Union Theological Seminary and author of numerous
books. On Obama’s remarks comparing himself to Trayvon Martin, West
says: "Will that identification hide and conceal the fact there’s a
criminal justice system in place that has nearly destroyed two
generations of precious, poor black and brown brothers? [Obama] hasn’t
said a word until now — five years in office and can’t say a word about a
'new Jim Crow.' … Obama and [Attorney General Eric] Holder — will they
come through at the federal level for Trayvon Martin? We hope so — [but]
don’t hold your breath. There’s going to be many people who say, 'We
see this president is not serious about the criminalizing of poor
people.'"
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