Barack Obama has taken much criticism for his continued support of his personal Pastor Jeremiah Wright, who has made controversial comments on race. In this episode, Bricke Hawke tries to hoist Mr. Obama on his own petard by playing some of these quotes, including “God damn America,” and other comments regarding the government’s involvement in spreading HIV/AIDS, and America’s “chickens” coming “home to roost.” Attacus Dove does his best to defend Mr. Wright and, by extension, Mr. Obama. But in today’s sensitive racial environment, can an honest dialogue on race take place? Myron Bunkerling seems to think so, and he has the force of history on his side.
Includes actual audio clips from Reverend Wright’s Sermons and Barack Obama’s speech on race from Philadelphia.