People are honestly applauding a return to segregation?
Five months ago, Maggie and John Anderson of Chicago vowed to "buy black" for a year. They would attempt for an entire year, to only shop and seek services from black owned businesses. This grand experiment was hailed as an attempt to boost black businesses and awareness. ( http://www.ebonyexperiment .com/ ) While I will tip my cap to their desire too help solve problems in urban communities and raise awareness for knowing your local community businesses, I cannot get past the simple fact they are actually advocating a return to segregation and discrimination. I would caution them to be very careful about the Pandora's box they are trying to open. If they want to patronize a particular business and help it grow, more power to them. If you are happy with a particular establishment or business, sure, share your opinion with others. But, how about their loyalty is earned by good service, good prices, and good value. As soon as your patronage is based solely on race, you are