[Frapster]

You're right - this issue is bigger than him. However, you and I define the issue differently. I think it's a mistake to force him out now. He's not being forced out for what he's said - he's being forced out Democrats who have told everyone what THEY think he said. That's the wrong reason. Yes, Lott should eventually step-down - but now is not the right time in light of the liberal agenda for him and the rest of the republican party on this issue.

[tomahawk]

Good point. The timing isn't important. But it should be months at most, after this has died down some. But it won't die down completely, and Lott is now compromised.