Quote by J. C. Watts

I am willing to compete on my merits and on my character - not with the color of my skin. We talk about being a color-blind society, but I don't think the political process could actually handle that.

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Summary

This quote expresses the speaker's belief in a society where individuals are judged and evaluated based on their abilities and qualities rather than the color of their skin. They highlight the aspiration for a color-blind society, where racial identity does not serve as an advantage or hindrance in various aspects of life. However, the speaker also acknowledges the challenges in achieving this ideal, particularly in the political process, suggesting that obstacles may exist preventing a truly color-blind society from fully manifesting.

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By J. C. Watts

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