We were inspired by the question of Emmanuel Acho, the creator of the YouTube channel Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man, to center this entire episode around the question do you fear white people? The answer may surprise you. We talk about the distrust that exists between the black and white community and about being willing to "put our fists down" to bridge the divide. We reaffirm that racism is NOT a political issue and shining a light on it does not manufacture it. At the same time, the new big smiles from random white people, may just be an over-correction and an attempt to say "I'm not who you think I am." Always remember that, in order to tear down the walls and heal the tensions that divide us, we have to start in our own circle of influence. The ultimate goal should be to get to a place where all people can answer the question of this episode with a resounding NO and affirm that we trust and love one another.
