I think a lot of us conservatives bend over backwards to find blacks that we can recognize as being on our side. There is some white guilt, even among those who should know better.
Many here on FR are in love with Michael Steele, but the last time I checked the guy is on board with Affirmative Action. Sorry, but that ASSUMES white racism (and white racism only), is a problem, compromising black opportunity, that requires a government solution.
If conservatism is to survive, whether within the Republican party or without, We need to be much more rigid in our prerequisites, no matter the color of the candidate’s skin.
He is also fine with the Assault Weapons Ban. He draws the line at a ‘total ban’ of all firearms. Why people think this guy should be in charge is beyond me.