In Senegal, Bush denounces legacy of slavery

Washington Times ^ | Tuesday, July 9, 2003 | By Bill Sammon

[JohnHuang2]

GOREE ISLAND, Senegal — President Bush called slavery "one of the greatest crimes of history" yesterday and acknowledged that its legacy still vexes the United States in a somber speech at this former slave port.

Mr. Bush said he came to Africa "mindful of past wrongs," yet determined to eradicate the lingering vestiges of racism.

[JohnHuang2]

Tuesday, July 9, 2003

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[jwalsh07]

Well, that's a good thing denouncing slavery. Now I'd like him to denounce the SCOTUS and Roe v Wade.

[rightofrush]

Looks like Bush gave some ammo to the reparations crowd.

[af_vet_rr]

Yes, the only people still troubled by slavery seem to be those who would benefit if reparations were ever given out...

[Reagan Man]

"My nation's journey toward justice has not been easy, and it is not over,"

For most American's, it never started Mister President. But your words are well intended and well stated anyway.

It's time to move on already.

I don't think we'll ever fully rid ourselves of white racism, black racism or any other kind of "colored" racism in between. There will always be a few rotten eggs in the proverbial basket of humankind.