A survey conducted for People for the American Way, a liberal civil rights group in Washington, shows that 50 percent of Americans between the ages of 15 and 24 feel that race relations in the United States are "generally bad." Also, more than 50 percent feel pessimistic about America's future, although 37 percent think the best for the country still is ahead.

The Evening Sun would like to know what you think. Are race relations better or worse than 10 years ago? Do you feel optimistic or pessimistic about the country's future?

To register your opinion, call SUNDIAL at 783-1800 (or 268-7736 in Anne Arundel County) today through midnight. After you hear the greeting, you'll be asked to punch in a four-digit code on your touch-tone phone. Punch 4600 and you'll be connected with "It's Your Call," The Evening Sun's phone survey on topical issues.