Political figures and groups that put more value into skin color than intellectual qualifications of those selected into office, should be automatically disqualified of having any political power (aside from individual civilian rights to vote) over decisions that shape the future of our country.
Heritage and cultural background are wonderful things that should be appreciated, if not celebrated but even they have little to do with the color of ones skin...
Example: The Black Caucus, who was disappointed with Obama's picks for cabinet because they didn't feel enough of them were African American.
They set an example as role models among our nations leadership that racism is acceptable. Racism, regardless of its tone, source or target absolutely should not be allowed leverage in government