[Behind Liberal Lines]

I wonder if there is any significance to the fact that Rice was referred to not, as is typically the 'politically correct' case these days, an African American Female, but instead as a "black female."

[RtWngr]

"I wonder if there is any significance to the fact that Rice was referred to not, as is typically the 'politically correct' case these days, an African American Female, but instead as a "black female."

I was thinkng the same thing. Actually, I was looking for "Uncle Tom" in the article somewhere. Maybe in later editions.

[GretchenM]

I have no idea what is accepted today to refer to people of Condi's genetic background; I would love to know what is the prevailing way not to offend.

Anyone?