All too often, many of us tend to judge people of other races based on the color of their skin. Sometimes we base our beliefs on hearsay from others, stereotypical assumptions, or past unpleasant encounters. Negative information from family, friends, and the media also shape our misguided views about people from other races. 

The current volatile and troubling racial climate in the United States breaks my heart. It appears that many of us are becoming even more distrustful of ...