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Tuesday, April 08, 2008

'We are still a nation of Archie Bunkers'

The Daily Local News in West Chester recently hosted a point-counterpoint debate on its editorial page on whether the United States is ready to elect its first black president in Sen. Barack Obama.

Are we ready for a black president?

Editor Andy Hachadorian says no, arguing "We are still a nation of Archie Bunkers." Columnist Jim Callahan says yes, arguing "American politics is filled with firsts."

Read both columns here.

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