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In reply to the discussion: I'm so disappointed, sad and a little angry to see so many people not only defend Northam [View all]Cbarwitz
(27 posts)This feels like a rush to judgment.
Do we know he had racist views from this picture?
If so, do we not allow consideration of a reversal of those views in the 35 years since?
Do we ignore the fact that if a GOP lieutenant governor replaces him, he may well govern with the same racist views the Governor is condemned with having 35 years ago?
I understand the hurt. As a Jew, I would be extraordinarily upset by a picture of a democratic governor dressed up in an SS uniform even if it was 35 years ago.
I think of Prince Harry wearing that swastika. My immediate reaction was that he was anti-semetic. He apologized but I held deep suspicions.
Hes demonstrated to me hes not. I dont know why he wore it, but young people do a lot of stupid, insensitive things they later regret.