I don't think I trivilialized car theft at all. I simply stated that I'd rather see 10 cars stolen than one innocent person stopped because he "might" steal a car based simply on his being a young black male. To not allow pursuits is just plain stupid. So is not training officers in how to conduct a pursuit. I'm not advocating not pulling someone over with reason (a teen driving a Ferrari would be suspicious no matter what the skin color), but let's not say it is okay because statistics say ........

Crime is not trivial -- whether it occurs to you, your neighbor, your family or a stranger down the street; whether it is petty theft, car theft, drug trafficking or murder -- all cost taxpayers money at the very least and loss of life at the highest level.

Being humiliated and made to feel powerless simply because of your race is not trivial, either. Being afraid to speak up when you're treated unfairly because of your race is not trivial. Being demeaned by strangers because they feel they have a right to do so simply because you are a person of color is not trivial.

America has come a long way from the days of slavery, from the Jim Crow laws, from the separate but equal garbage, from MLK's speeches and marches, but, baby, it has a long way to go! I'm still up in the air as to whom I want to see as president, but I certainly would love to hear Obama speak up a few more times on the issue of race, the anger on both sides, the resentments and fears. In between the rhetoric, the man can pack a potent message.

And have fun with your friends at Bob Evans. I hear they do a good breakfast and I'm sure the company will be wonderful!