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Steele: I Scare White Republicans

RNC chair says he sees it in meetings

By Nick McMaster,  Newser Staff

Posted Nov 10, 2009 12:32 PM CST
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(Newser) – Rack up another gaffe for Michael Steele. The Republican National Committee chair has been trying to improve his party’s relationship with minority voters, but he may have been a little too honest in a recent interview with NewsOne's Roland Martin. Martin suggested that white Republicans were "scared" of African Americans, to which Steele responded, "You're absolutely right. I mean I've been in the room and they've been scared of me. I'm like, "I'm on your side.'"

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell and National Republican Party chairman Michael Steele share a laugh during a rally at a diner in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009.
Republican gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell and National Republican Party chairman Michael Steele share a laugh during a rally at a diner in Richmond, Va., Thursday, Oct. 29, 2009.   (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele speaks during the National Rifle Association's 138th Annual Meetings & Exhibits Friday, May 15, 2009 in Phoenix.
Republican National Committee Chairman Michael Steele speaks during the National Rifle Association's 138th Annual Meetings & Exhibits Friday, May 15, 2009 in Phoenix.   (AP Photo/Matt York)
Republican National Chairman Michael Steele addresses supporters for gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell at his victory party as they wait for election returns in Richmond, Va., Nov. 3, 2009.
Republican National Chairman Michael Steele addresses supporters for gubernatorial candidate Bob McDonnell at his victory party as they wait for election returns in Richmond, Va., Nov. 3, 2009.   (AP Photo/Steve Helber)
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Snarfeh
Nov 11, 2009 12:57 PM CST
Snarfeh
Nov 11, 2009 12:56 PM CST
Sorry, but the rise of the minority middle class began in the Clinton years. It was almost decimated by the Bush years. It is my hope that the Obama years will refuel it.
Snarfeh
Nov 11, 2009 12:52 PM CST
@DF - I think he's pulling the whole persona out of his ass.

 
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