[Steve_Seattle]

"We must let this die down."

I agree, for the reasons stated in my previous post. For him to step down as leader would just work to the advantage of the Democrats.

[ken5050]

Here's a thought.....Lott should say he has done nothing wrong, but in the interest of promoting racial harmony in the country, he will resign as US Senator if.....IF...( wait for it) Robert Byrd ALSO resigns his Senate seat......