I’m sorry that it wasn’t Blackwell, but relieved that it isn’t Duncan. I won’t stand with Steele’s position on affirmative action, and regret that he feels compelled to bend over backwards to demonstrate his African American bona fides—plentiful slang and basketball and jazz analogies, etc.—to the point of apparent parody.
But if he can break through with communicating the values of small-government freedom and realization of individual potential, he will have delivered the golden leg of the Reagan coalition stool. That, I believe, is what we should keep him focused on 214/7. (While others within the organization also rebuild at the grassroots and new technology levels.)
*24/7*
Your #24—I agree—I am cautiously optimistic. Don’t know how he will be treated by the MSM. We learned from Clarence Thomas that ideology trumps race with them. For now, he has my full support.
I agree - would’ve LOVED to have Blackwell...
Why do you think that Steele got more support than Blackwell? Do you think that it’s because of Steele’s appearances on FOX?
I certainly believe Steele is ready to work 9 times as long every day ... according to your own math, is that satisfactory?
I would have loved if it was Blackwell too. I’m just happy he is a conservative. Not some fair weather conservative. This is a man who has been tested. Being a black conservative is not a small accomplishment in and of itself. Not that race should ever be the primary concern. I do notice the press trying to down play his selection and try to label him a moderate which is laughable.