There is endless proof that there is an obstacle, if you open your eyes. There are countless scientific studies showing it, e.g.,:
"Racial discrimination is still prevalent in many companies' hiring practices, according to a new study released by professors from the University of Chicago's Graduate School of Business (GSB) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).
The study found that job applicants with typically white first names have substantially more success than applicants with typically black first names. With all résumé qualifications being equal, one out of ten applicants in the study who had white-sounding first names was invited for a job interview, whereas only one out of fifteen applicants with black-sounding names received a similar invitation.
"The results are having a big impact because people recognize that they're true," said Carolyn Nordstrom, president of Chicago United, a racially diverse corporate membership organization. "This study highlights the need for personal responsibility in getting rid of discrimination."
Study shows racial*discrimination - The Chicago Maroon
And then there is common sense, which in terribly short supply here.
