How a simple game of chess can break through stereotypes

PBS Newshour recently had a story on how chess breaks down racial barriers. The link is here: http://www.pbs.org/newshour/bb/simple-game-chess-can-break-stereotypes/#

In my experience this is real, I have played chess against all ages, races, and genders. It helps connect and destroy stereotypes. This unique facet of chess is part of its appeal to me.

I would like to see us teach chess at all schools as it helps teach taking perspective and destroy the barriers between us. I saw this when I taught chess in clubs and schools.

What do you think?