"Nikki Haley Stands by Controversial Claim: America 'Has Never Been a Racist Country'"

Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley has sparked debate by claiming that the United States "has never been a racist country," citing the intentions of the Founding Fathers and the country's progress over time. Despite facing racism herself, Haley believes it's important to instill hope in all children and rejects the notion of a fundamentally racist America. Her remarks have drawn both praise and criticism, with CNN's Jake Tapper challenging her stance during a town hall event.