Nice work CNN, race already in 2012 election?

Is it just me or can the over 35 crowd not let race go from their general banter of why things don't go their way? I work with a group of 20 some year-old people and never once is race brought up in regards to, well, anything. But when you read CNN and other liberalish news agencies it is always some topic, whether crime or politics or way of life, race is brought up. It is like they just can't get over it. They can't accept that the digital age has all but replaced skin tone. Nobody cares that someone is black or white, they care what they say and do. Race is a concern of those born before 1975, other than that, it doesn't matter.

This topic throws back to an interview I saw of a old S. Korean man who said "Korea will not be one until all those who remember the war are gone". I kind of see today's "racism" in the same light. Until those folks of the early 60's and 70's are gone, we'll continue to hear how 'race' plays some role in things. Sorry Dinosaurs, it doesn't matter. People are finally weighed on the merits of their actions, and you can't stand it.

In regards to politics, if someone doesn't like Obama..did it ever occur to you that they don't like his actions? That maybe they don't want enhanced social programs? Maybe they like the idea of working to make money, instead of benefiting from others? Maybe we all didn't study at UCLA or Columbia.

Here is a sampling of the continued Dinosaur opinions in response to a CNN question asking if Race plays a part in the 2012 election...very sad America..get past yourself already:

soundoff (52 Responses) Ed from Harrisburg Jack, I am sad to say that race is THE ISSUE in the 2012 race. The Republicans have unfortunately turned it into a contest where they will do anything "to get the Black guy out!!!" Calling him the "food stamp president" and suggesting that he is a "socialist" and a "communist" and an "Islamic sympathizer" and all of these other bigoted and racially coded words are calls to make Obama one term. They obstructed his recovery programs and now when things are getting better, they say the could have done it better, which is both racially motivated and designed to sink his ship, taking America with it.

February 6, 2012 at 1:04 pm | Tom Let me think! It is now 2012, I was attending school in the south during integration and remember very precisely the racial slurs and innuendos of the white kids as they taunted and bullied the blacks. I remember the hate of the kids in our district when after new schools were built for the blacks and the white kids would not attend those schools, even though they had air conditioning and modern conveniences as compared to the 100 year old school we attended. YES race makes a difference, AS much as I hate to admit we have made only a slight amount of progress in this, I still see and hear the same innuendos and (in private) jokes and the horrible undertones of many of the same people. Even though My mother and father were strong supporters of the equal rights amendment. Privately many of those who are still fighting the Civil War 150 years later. However, today it is disguised as tolerance and acceptance in open society, it is not as it seems. The old South has not died. But many of it's strongest supporters are hiding behind the Religious Right today.

February 6, 2012 at 1:09 pm | Paul From Austin Texas Even though it should not be it will be. If you ask me that is what started the "Tea Party" people. They just could not or would not follow the person that one. It is sad to say as a nation it does not look as if we are beyond the race issue.

February 6, 2012 at 1:11 pm | David R Bebeau,Springfield Missouri Jack,I can not imagine that it will be a factor.As for myself its never a factor and shouldn't be.Its about running our country together not race.In general Jack,it would be sad if it becomes a factor. David

February 6, 2012 at 1:14 pm | Matthew The concept of black inferiority is still very much existent and to say that it is not is tremendously preposterous and ignorant. In any election in North America where one or more candidates is non-white race is always at issue whether or not the candidates choose to acknowledge it.

February 6, 2012 at 1:14 pm | Rick Martin, Charlottesville VA It's only an issue for a bunch of old white guys ... I guess it is fortunate we're becoming extinct! lol

February 6, 2012 at 1:14 pm | S. Bates-Wade It has alway been about race with President Obama, you have politician and new anchor who can' t or want say President Obama, they say Barrack Obama. The President and the Oval Office is Disrespected on a regular base.

February 6, 2012 at 1:15 pm | Pat, Twin Falls, Idaho ANY race can be liars

February 6, 2012 at 1:16 pm | Elizabeth From Toronto 100% and its sad. US citizens need to accept that race is an asset and not something to be constrained. If this is not done the US will always be fighting some country over its interests. Obama has made a start, let him finish. I think if Americans started watching CNN's GPS-Fareed Zakara's program they would see what is possible rather than the same old same old that's taking them NO WHERE!

February 6, 2012 at 1:19 pm | pierre glenn Jack I been saying tht since this President was sworn in, it happening in the house an Senate. why yu think no bills or laws been passed,Jack let me ask yu a question. How yu ever seen President that been disrespect in political field lke this one? as far as this elections this country more divide now than ever in race.Bt as long as yu speak like yu do Jack, will always listen to yu.Jack yu are the few an proud news. my name is Pierre Glenn of Columbia Mo.

February 6, 2012 at 1:27 pm | Woody We'll never know because openly displaying racial discrimination died when laws were enacted to put those that would do so in jail. That does not mean that discrimination of any kind does not exist, it just hides behind monikers that would put a more politically correct image on what its called.

February 6, 2012 at 1:30 pm | Bizz, Quarryville Pennsylvania Race could play a big part in the presidential race. You have 50 million poor people, Blacks and Hispanics are a big part of that 50 million. The Republican Party never quite figure out how to refer to these people without insulting them. They want to put their children to work as janitors and use phrases like ghetto language. If I was a Blacks or Hispanic I would have felt insulted.

February 6, 2012 at 1:31 pm | diridi It was an issue in 2008, and robo calls, despite the fact Obama won. well, Jack, we have more awareness than ever before. It should not be, but is. But Obama wins this time with landslide with Romney. Republicans messed this nation like crazy and hell. Agree with me.

February 6, 2012 at 1:38 pm | Donna Wisconsin DUH!! Where do you live? The right wing hate–no other word–hate the President because he is Black! He had the audacity to become president! They couch their reteric to speak directly to their Right. They have been saying this since he took office–Their agenda is not to work for the good of America; it is to take down that Black guy who got out of line! Defeat Obama!! Anything he wants–they don't! Even when he spits their own agenda back at them! Food-stamp President means "black folks", the white sterotype. Even tho they are out of work because of Bush AND more White folk use food stamps that black. And you Jack have been beating up on the President ever since he became President! Let's talk good things for awhile, huh?

February 6, 2012 at 1:41 pm | Richard C. Of course race will be an issue. The liberal Dems will make sure that their billion dollar campaign fund stresses Obama's race and not his failed presidency. The important issues will take a back seat because the Dems will skew any objection to failed policies as being 'racial' in their origin. Malvern, PA

February 6, 2012 at 1:41 pm | Ed from MD As usual I think the media will use race as much as possible to manipulate public opinion.

It all depends on the state, or where the people actually Live, in this country, Jack. If it's a state like Texas, it's probably about 30% racial, (In My Opinion) Kentucky – probably 35% – especially when you hear 'ol Mitch Mc. speaking. I'd say Every State Has some percentage of racial people, Jack, depending on the area of where you live. States like Florida / California / or N.Y. / will have the Least percentage, because they typically lean more liberal.

Larry IN Houston February 6, 2012 at 2:02 pm | Ed from California For folks with an education, none.

February 6, 2012 at 2:02 pm | Steve The Democrats will make it an issue, one way or another, race is their bread and butter.

February 6, 2012 at 2:02 pm | Bill of New Mexico Sure! Race will be an issue in 2012. In spite of race, the voters voted against W. Bush and voted Obama into office in 2008. If Obama loses in 2012, it will be because of Obama's forgetting his campaign promises. However, the polls indicate that Romney would be neck and neck with Obama if the election were held today. Obama is gambling that his campaigning (instead of smart work) will make the difference of whether he wins. Time and other factors will tell. Just as Jimmy Carter, Obama has been a disappointment.

February 6, 2012 at 2:05 pm | Rich McKinney, Texas Unfortunately there is no escaping the race card in politics. This time however it will be the Hispanics that take issue. Having a black president in America has been done already. We learned that color really does not mater when it comes to leadership. The economy fails under all races regardless of how hopeful a candidate promises things will be. The real trick is actually electing someone competent that can convince congress to act in a responsible fashion for the betterment of the country as a whole and not as a political party. The people that elect the president are forgotten once a president is named.

February 6, 2012 at 2:06 pm | Sherrie It will be as much of an issue as Obama and the media can MAKE it. The vast majority of Americans do not care a fig what "race" a person is. They want to know what kind of character he – or she- has. Is the candidate capable? Honorable? Reliable? Or is that candidate a fool? A liar? A coward? Can't fool all of the people all of the time. Sherrie Indiana