On which of the following points do all theories that fall under "new racism" agree?
A. The civil rights era brought many changes to life in the United States, but only in legal arenas.
B. The election of Barack Obama was the single most important factor in changing many Americans' minds about the role of race and racism in their own lives.
C. Prejudice and discrimination continue in social life today.
D. Racism in America is as it always was; despite some progress, the heart of the problem remains.
Answer: C
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