Track 14: He Said "Negro". Who Cares?

So just a short little piece today on account of classes starting back up. This is just something I read about in the news.

So apparently a new book that's coming out claims that Senate Majority Harry Reid referred to Obama as a "Negro" during the presidential campaign. Immediately, the chairman of the Republican Party, Michael Steele, and another prominent Republican senator started clamoring for Reid's resignation.

Now, for full disclosure, I generally align myself with the Republican Party on most issues. Yet, this is just another example of destructive bipartisan politics. Yeah, you Republicans may not like this guy or his policies much,  but him saying "Negro" is not any reason to remove him from office. I'm sure more than enough people from both parties have referred to a black person as a negro. Let's face it. These people are old. They come from a different generation, and you're not going to be able to make them change old habits.

This issue also has absolutely nothing to do with his ability to lead or be an effective senator. It's up to his constituents to choose whether they believe he's fit for office. Both parties are guilty of nitpicking members in the other party, but this does nothing for our country. We need leaders that will actually put personal issues and outside matters aside. We need leaders that will get things accomplished.

I'm done with my discussion now, but just think about if the next person you elect will actually make a difference.