A (Purportedly) Colorblind World

From last week's newspapers: There are now more "Hispanics" (1.48 million) than whites (1.44 million) living in Harris County, Texas. And persons who happen not to be white make up a majority of approximately one third of the nation's most populous counties.

The SCLC And Michael Vick

According to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, the Southern Christian Leadership Conference may honor Atlanta Falcons quarterback and dog enthusiast Michael Vick at the organization's annual convention. "We will work with anyone who opens their heart and arms to us," said SCLC president Charles Steele (who may want to revisit that standard).