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President Obama arrived in China as people there are engaged in a debate over perceived racist attitudes. The debate was sparked by the vitriolic response to a biracial contestant on a televised talent show this summer. Phillip Martin has the story.

See also

• November 16, 2009 -- Entire program – November 16, 2009
• November 16, 2009 -- Obama’s style in China
• November 16, 2009 -- Beyond Copenhagen: Looking to 2010
• November 16, 2009 -- Windpower from Scratch