What does this case say about our society as a whole.......

[Oceandan]

I don't disagree with what you're say with the exception that this is a case of self-defense and I don't believe any individual defending themselves gets to choose who or what is attacking them. As such, unless you intend to circulate narrowly or to run in fear of anyone not like you, you may find yourself in a situation where you have no choice but to defend yourself against someone who could be President Obama's son.

I hear what you are saying. Sometimes the interaction is unavoidable.

This is not in my nature and so I can't say I'll always succeed, I'll simply say this, given the choice, I'll walk away. It's just not worth getting involved. The situation is not getting better.