Although racial discrimination may not be as widespread in today's society, many African American men and women believe they do not have the same opportunities as the white race. The media in general plays a very active role in providing more information about racial discrimination and how it still occurs today. But the media can also bring negative effects on the struggle to live up to the social standards and “norms” of today's society. Anna Mae was very brave in lying about her identity to become someone she really wanted to be. But I feel like it should never have been done. His story simply demonstrates how the power of society can change you as a human being. It can make you believe that you have to change your identity to “fit in,” which I find very sad. I think more and more people in this world need to resist these stereotypes of being the “perfect American” and say that no one is perfect in this world and that everyone is created by the most perfect human God. Overall, racial discrimination is part of our daily lives, and "By the Way, Meet Vera Stark" can still speak to us today, even with the show set in an 80-year time period.