Colorblind Racism

After discussing colorblind racism in class yesterday I realized how often the frame abstract liberalism is used in the media.  Abstract liberalism is the concept that everything is equal and everyone can make it if they work hard.  This was acknowledged in the episode of A Different World we watched in class.  During the scene both a white and black character stated that their relatives worked hard to get where they are today.  By having a character from both of the races in the show suggests that both races are being portrayed as equal.  The whole idea of “pulling yourself up by your bootstraps” and working hard is seen in other shows as well.  For example, in The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, Will’s uncle is portrayed as someone who has worked hard, established a successful career, and has a nice house.  A similar background is shown in George Lopez featuring a minority who came from a poor background, but worked hard and maintained a successful career.  This frame of colorblind racism seems to be used to make it seem like everyone has an equal chance no matter their race as long as they work hard, however, racism will always be present and never fully go away.