If memory serves, CNN also identified Steele as a Democrat some time back.
The funny thing was Fox News identifying Foley as a Democrat all day when he resigned. The liberals were so pissed off.
This stuff is an old trick btw. This one has been going on forever. It's a way to trick stupid voters. Both parties pull this one. You are a candidate who isn't that well known. You put yourself on a card with a whole bunch of candidates from the other party people vote for usually. You offer this guide and pray somebody who doesn't know better votes for you too. This one has been going on for over 30 years. It's just typical politics. Dems are getting whiny.