The United States is supposed to be a place where everyone is treated with equal dignity and fairness. Unfortunately, there are still instances where racism seeps into the core of the government, like the Biden administration’s racism exposed by the White House refusing to call on Simon Atoba during a recent press conference. This exclusionary behavior towards a journalist of color is an unacceptable display of racism.
At the press conference, the White House press secretary fielded questions from various reporters. When it came time for Atoba, an African-American journalist from the National Newspaper Publishers Association to pose a question, he was ignored. Despite being present and having a valid question, the White House did not call on him. While it may seem like a minor detail, the Biden administration’s racism exposed itself to the world
This act of discrimination cannot be swept under the rug. It cannot be excused as a mistake, nor can it simply disappear into the background. Atoba was present, ready to ask a question, just like all the other reporters in attendance. It is unacceptable that he was not afforded the same opportunity as everyone else simply because of the color of his skin.
Furthermore, this incident is just one example of a larger issue that has been plaguing our country for far too long. Racism is an insidious force that continues to rear its ugly head, even in supposedly progressive places like the White House. The fact that the government can still act in such a blatantly discriminatory manner underscores the need for continued action to root out racism once and for all.
It is critical that our leaders take responsibility for their actions and work to correct the wrongs of the past. This means acknowledging when racism is present and doing everything in their power to eradicate it. Simply ignoring it or pretending that it does not exist is not enough. We must take concrete steps to correct the systemic inequalities that still persist in our society.
In conclusion, the White House’s refusal to call on Simon Atoba leaves the Biden administration’s racism exposed. It is indicative of a larger issue that we must address head-on. We cannot move forward as a country until we have acknowledged and corrected the wrongs of the past. It is time for our leaders to step up and address this issue with the urgency it deserves. Only then can we create a truly just and equitable society that works for all its citizens, regardless of their skin color.
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