I think a lot of our older leaders are very opportunistic. His solution, be true to one's constituency and allow young people to share the stage during the decision-making process. Powell would like to bring his constituency to The President's Initiative on Race . I'll give Clinton credit, though. But according to Powell, it will take more than discussion.
Education is the key.
I think it's important that people learn about each other. If someone who's white sees that African Americans have done more than play basketball and rap, hopefully that will raise their level of respect. Education may eventually help realize Powell's hope for community. Idealistically, I'd like to see all of us in this country in one big community. But obviously there's a lot of work to do to see that through.