In my view, Obama hasn't done all that much to repair or worsen race relations.
The same can't be said for his supporters and minions. Why, even here on this forum, it seems that no matter what the topic liberals will very frequently inject race into the thread...for no other purpose, it seems, than to stifle discussion of the topic of the thread. The same is done by the media, activists and Obama administration members. I see it as a tactic to stifle anyone opposed to whatever topic that particular liberal doesn't want to deal with.
The bad thing about Obama is that he doesn't do what he can to reduce this sort of thing...even though he is in a unique position to do so.
Oh...and before y'all get all excited, no...I don't think Obama should say anything directly about our forum members who use this tactic. He could, however, make general statements about those who play the race card at any opportunity, be it in the media, online or in general conversation.
All he has to do is take a stand and lead...but we all know how hard it is for him to do that.