White Like Me in class Movie

     In class, we watched a movie that was based upon the different beliefs among current american citizens on the topic of racism. The main focus I felt as though was the 2008 election of President Obama. Reporters and newscasters would make remarks such as "this broke the barrier, racism will no longer exist." This sparked much controversy because it is still evident in present day that racism still exist. Prior to the election, the movie highlighted an interview with a white male that said "I would never vote for a black." This statement and interview really exemplified the belief that racism truly does exist.

Another portion of this movie that was very interesting was the breakdown of the votes in Southern states. During the 2008 election, it was found that the majority of people who voted against Obama were older white men in the southern states. Some were on the democratic side but still would not vote for him because he is a man of color.

     This movie was very appropriate in class because of the current events going on in Ferguson. Riots and protest have sparked because a police officer was not charged with the murder of a young black male. I feel as though it was appropriate because it took us through time and projected multiple events that racism was a major part of. The trial in Ferguson will be one that will go down in history and portray a world in the year 2014 where people still face the challenges of racism