http://news.yahoo.com/mormon-church-explains-past-ban-black-priests-012138433.html
https://www.lds.org/topics/race-and-the-priesthood?lang=eng
Among the most difficult and sensitive topics, I'm glad to see this come out. I suspect the reason for not addressing it so directly sooner is largely due to the difficult position of acknowledging that our leaders can be wrong; simply put, many members feel our leaders are infallible, in spite of frequent reminders that they are not. We teach they are inspired, but can be wrong on many occasions. In any case, I know this might stir up controversy, but I'm willing to address any questions on this anyone is dying to ask.