These people know no shame. David K. Shipler, a supporter of Senator Barack Obama, argues that Obama’s opponents are fueled by racism and are using racist stereotypes against the secular Messiah. The latest ‘evidence’? People care call Obama “elitist.” Yes as of today, “elitist” is a racist term. Why? “‘Elitist’ is another word for ‘arrogant,’ which is another word for ‘uppity,’ that old calumny applied to blacks who stood up for themselves.”
Roger Clegg: “Of course, ‘humble’ is another word for ’subservient,’ which is another word for ’slavish.’ I guess it’s best not to say anything about Senator Obama, but isn’t ignoring someone because he’s black something that racists do, too?”
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I guess somehow saying HRC’s detractors are sexist is somehow different.
Of course, if you change the C in Clegg to an M, the L to an O, the E to an R, the first G to an O, and the second G to an N, then Clegg is just another word for Moron. I guess it’s best not to call him that, but isn’t making illogical arguments based on an emotional appeal to victimization what morons do?
Then there’s "intellectual" morons with Pulitzer prizes who are also Trustee Emeritus for Dartmouth. Like Shipler.
Thank you Michael. I have been called a racist on comment boards too, for the first time in my life. Remember when "naive and irresponsible" was racism because it was how the Man talked to blacks in the south? Blows my mind. And people wonder why so many Clinton people say they will not vote or vote for McCain. I am not one of them but I understand the anger in Clinton supporters completely.