Thursday, May 26, 2011

http://politicalwire.com: Clyburn Says Obama Problems Due to Racism

May 26, 2011 Clyburn Says Obama Problems Due to Racism Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) blamed most of President Obama's political problems on racism, the Columbia State reports. Said Clyburn: "You know, I'm 70 years old. And I can tell you -- people don't like to deal with it, but the fact of the matter is -- the president's problems are in large measure because of the color of his skin." In particular, Clyburn suggested the "birther" movement is fueled by racism. Clyburn: "I don't know why anybody didn't ask for John McCain's (birth certificate). He wasn't even born in this country.

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