Stop making everything about race.  Don't you realize that is why no intelligent discussion can ever occur around issues like this?  The problem is unintended consequences from poorly constructed mandatory sentencing laws enacted by knee-jerk politicians who want to appear tough on crime.  Get rid of mandatory sentences and give judges discretion based on the merit of the crime(s) involved.  If Judges screw up on sentencing elections can be used to hold them accountable rather than poorly worded laws enacted by people who care more about their next fundraiser than they do the safety of citizens.