Rachel Maddow On Michael Steele

I mostly agree with her take--especially the point about no real black electoral representation. But I think it's worth noting that diversifying is a long term process. Michael Steele's awkward and comic attempts are exactly how these conversations start. Still, the real question is whether these guys can diversify their policies. Hiring a black guy won't make the Minutemen go away.

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