The Importance Of Racism In America

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Love it or hate it, racism is still around today. It's a never-ending battle between the forces of good and evil that just won't quit. If there is any evidence today, it's the prevalence of the KKK in America. Yes, it reached its popularity years ago but if you look around, signs of the organization are still around. Take these five youtube videos for example.

1. KKK KID CELEBRATES HALLOWEEN RACISM ON YOUTUBE

Due to his ignorant mother, one kid in Craigsville, West Virginia decided to celebrate Halloween a bit different this year. After watching the film 'Fried Green Tomatoes' the boy took a liking to the Ku Klux Klan, especially their outfits. Seeing as his mom supports the group and their ways, she greenlighted the Klan costume for her

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