I think the resolution will develop as the numbers of people with non-white heritages in positions of power increase (because the system of classification eventually becomes useless), and I think Obama's election is an important step (milestone?) in that direction, however Obama is characterized. I'm not sure we can control exactly how we get there, whether we get there by the most efficient route or meander a bit, but I think we'll get there -- in other words, I don't think Obama's election is some kind of aberration, even if his heritage makes his place in how this journey develops somewhat confusing prospectively. Maybe discussion such as yours will help keep things fluid.
