Reid Apologizes For "Negro" Remark

Sen. Harry Reid's office sends along this statement, confirming that Sen. Reid did refer to Barack Obama's lack of a "Negro dialect" in private conversation and apologizing for it.

I deeply regret using such a poor choice of words. I sincerely apologize for offending any and all Americans, especially African Americans for my improper comments. I was a proud and enthusiastic supporter of Barack Obama during the campaign and have worked as hard as I can to advance President Obama's legislative agenda. Moreover, throughout my career, from efforts to integrate the Las Vegas strip and the gaming industry to opposing radical judges and promoting diversity in the Senate, I have worked hard to advance issues important to the African American community.

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