Let's stop eating our own

[hlthe2b]

30. I recognize that, having lived in the deep South for much of my youth and seeing the "good ole boy"

system influence the behavior of young white males (especially) toward race.

Had Northam or any candidate for higher office been up front about his past while simultaneously showing a pattern of behaviors and policies that honestly sought to improve race relations and reduce systemic inequalities, I think such past behavior would not be an ongoing issue.

While I do agree that this behavior is entrenched in many (and especially young men) in the Deep South, I disagree that it is necessary to ignore it when it comes to light for 'fear' of having no DEMS to elect. While I do hope more opportunities exist for POC and women (and not only as a result of this phenomenon), I do not agree that should exclude qualified candidates of any race or gender who atone for prior beliefs and actions.

There may be a narrow path for Northam to follow in order to remain, but his comments so far don't suggest that he will. I frankly think his remaining in office will cripple him.