Do I think Lott is racist? No.
Do I think his remarks were not well thought out before they were made? Absolutely.
When a person holds such an honorable position in our government they must be VERY careful about what they say.. Simply because "bad speeches" can't be unspoken... I think it would reflect great credit on himself and the Republican Party if Sen. Lott were to step down from his Leadership position. Not because he is a racist but simply because it brings DOUBT in the mind of SOME Americans and that alone is enough IMHO.... we have plenty of great leaders in the Senate that would not have this baggage. If Republicans allow Sen. Lott to continue to be Majority Leader it WILL interfere with our ability to get our legislative agenda passed.
I ask Sen. Lott to step down for the good of the party, and not to pull a Clinton... Clinton was so intent on making HIMSELF look good that he forgot what PUBLIC selfless-service was all about...
They where not well thought out because he was drunk when he made them, or at least slightly under the influence. So to add to his sins is the inability to hold liquor.
In Vino Veritas.