Last week, the mainstream press reported that a worker on payroll at a factory back east fessed up that a handful of fellow card-carrying union members, wouldn't vote for Obama because he is black.
On the other hand, one white middle class man - who asked to remain anonymous - confided to a reporter that he was specifically voting for McCain because the Republican is "white".
The writing is on the wall.
Barack is a likable-enough fellow, capable of running the country, without doubt.
But, when a handful of Americans gaze into their crystal ball, an Obama win appears downright threatening.
Some argue that once the candidate for change unpacks and settles into the sumptuous digs at the White House - that he may be inclined to not only swiftly "clean house" - but make a concerted effort to bring other "blacks" into the fold.
For example, Obama may opt to hire administrative staff from his pool of friends and business associates, who - for the most part - may have roots in the black community.
That's a realistic expectation, given human nature.
Have you ever gone into a local post office and noticed a predominant number of the workers are either African-American, Asian, or Latino?
The reason for this should be obvious.
The supervisors in charge of hiring are looking out for their "own".
To a visionary few (or a handful plagued by paranoia) an Obama stint at the White House has the potential to effect a significant shift in power from one race to another.
Something tells me - the wrinkly old white dudes running this country now - are sitting up and taking notice.
Expect skullduggery in the future, Obama.
After all, the stakes are getting higher!
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