During the debate, Smith emphasized that while O'Reilly believes we may be a post-racial society, systemic racism remains a critical issue, challenging the notion that it has disappeared in contemporary America.
O'Reilly maintained that in many respects we have moved past race, suggesting that critiques based on skin color should not be accepted, especially from politicians.
Smith countered O'Reilly’s optimism by noting that while racist sentiments may seem less pervasive now compared to decades past, they are very much alive and affect many Black Americans daily.
O'Reilly noted that Trump's race-related attacks on Kamala Harris could alienate Black voters, highlighting a disconnect between political discourse and the realities faced by minorities.
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