Is America ready for a black president?

I don't know. I really think the vast majority of America is ready. However, from the media's extremely clumsy efforts thus far to discuss Obama's race, I wonder if the media is grown up enough to give a black candidate a fair shake.

Even if the media are open to the idea, an awkwardness in their coverage will convert into image problems for the candidate.

(And, while I'm in the area, Republicans discussing religion is principle and closely held belief. Democrats discussing religion is "spin?")