Could Pride in Obama, Desire to Make History Lure Black Republicans to Vote Democratic?

By: Michael H. Cottman

Black conservatives are facing an unprecedented decision heading into November's presidential election: Support Sen. John McCain, the Republican presumptive nominee, or pass on a historic opportunity to help elect Barack Obama, a Democrat who could become America’s first black president.

Across the country, some black Republicans are grappling with a political dilemma few ever thought possible. Many are excited about the possibility of a black president but torn because Obama doesn't agree with them ideologically.

Retired Gen. Colin Powell, who became the country's first black secretary of state under President George W. Bush, said he will not necessarily vote for the Republican. Powell's views echo many other prominent black conservatives, who are thinking about supporting Obama.

Could Pride in Obama, Desire to Make History Lure Black Republicans to Vote Democratic?....