Reporter Trip Gabriel published the piece.
“Before Trump, Steve King Set the Agenda for the Wall and Anti-Immigrant Politics”
This quote by Rep. King is what got the most attention. According to reporter Gabriel, Steve reportedly said,
“White nationalist, white supremacist, Western civilization — how did that language become offensive?” Mr. King said. “Why did I sit in classes teaching me about the merits of our history and our civilization?”
Of course, this caused an uproar in Washington and on all of the liberal networks — as you would expect if it were true.
King was lambasted by the media and political class for defending “white supremacy.” Democrats called to remove him from all congressional committees. Republican lawmakers discussed the possibility of disciplinary action. And, of course, Trump-hating Republicans immediately called for Steve to be censured.
Have any of these Republicans called for Rashida Tlaib to be censured for her vulgar and profane attacks on this president?
Rep. King released a statement on Friday:
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If I were king I wouldn't give a rat's ass what they think. Democrats can say whatever and nobody says a word.
ReplyDeleteWhat is the difference in "white supremacy" and "Nation of Islam" or Black Panthers"? If you condemn one organization then you have to condemn all or you are discriminating and racist by your own actions
ReplyDeleteLiberal media makes up what he said and Republicans go with it, need to take some tips from Democrats.
ReplyDeleteI believe him. Worse things have been said. I too feel the words racist; sexist have been over used. Sad but I also feel this is just the beginning of comments being exaggerated.
ReplyDeleteI'm disgusted how fast the "GOP" threw him under the bus!
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