True...I think it's time to say enough is enough.
If Lott is dumped they will attack the next leader the next time he makes a comment which can be twisted to to their advantage.
It will never end.
I agree with you, but want to add some real concerns about where this could lead.
Who is the "they"? Senator Lott has had supporters and opposers from across the spectrum. What will happen is everyone will be attacking everyone they don't agree with 100% by scrutinizing every word they speak and determining what they meant.
It's a "thought crime". Lott never said he supported segregation. By all personal accounts about him, he isn't a racist at all. Do you want to be judged by a panel of the righteous every time you speak or write? Do you want a situation where nobody can speak on their own for fear of censure?
Did you see the movie MINORITY REPORT? The theme relates to this situation.
It's about a loss of freedom of speech. It's even worse than that, because it isn't what he said, it's what people thought he meant.
Those who would prefer another Senate Majority Leader should wait awhile, be honest about their reasons, and stop this stuff that will have a negative impact on the ability of our officials to speak out and express themselves without fear of censure.