Opponent apologises to Indian-American candidate for racist blog post

[SecularMotion]

Source: Deccan Herald

Republican Congressional candidate from Kansas Mike Pompeo has apologised to his Democratic opponent Raj Goyle for recommending a 'tremendously offencive' blog post that immediately outraged many of his supporters, including the strong Indian-American community.

In an effort to contain the damage, Pompe personally called Goyle today to apologise while his campaign said "this was a mistake".
"Just like his evil muslim communist USURPER comrad , barrack hussein obama, This goyle character is just another 'turban topper' we don't need in congress or any political office that deals with the US Constitution, Christianity and the United States of America!!!" the blog, which was recommended by Pompe in a tweet to his followers, had said.

"The statements of the blogger in no way reflect my views. There is no place in campaigns or in public discourse for language of this nature. I have placed a personal call of apology and spoken to Rep Goyle directly expressing our campaign's regret for the error," said Pompeo.

Read more: http://www.deccanherald.com/content/88316/opponent-apologises-indian-american-candidate.html

[Judi Lynn]

1. Getting to be such an old, old story, isn't it?

Why is it we only hear of these truly sleazy attacks coming from Republicans, anyway? Don't they ever get themselves under control, act like human beings? Absolutely pathetic. They are such ugly, pointless people.

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Pompeo

[pipoman]

2. Pompeo isn't a Kansan

he is a DC lawyer transplant. I am disgusted that he has received the Repub nomination. I believe he is less than truthful about why he is here and who his supporters are. I would have much preferred to see almost any of the other thug candidates get the nomination.

That said, maybe this could be Raj's opportunity. He simply must get out of Wichita and campaign personally in the rest of the District. I hope Raj wins...com'mon Raj, get out and go to every senior center in your district.

[Downwinder]

3. What is an "honest mistake?"

Is that like,

"Honestly, I didn't think you would catch that?"

[NBachers]

evil muslim communist USURPER comrad

Why can't I write like that?

[Posteritatis]

8. Didn't eat enough paint as a kid? (nt)

[Democat]

4. There is no news here except that the media reported it

This probably happens every day with one right wing politician or talking head or another, but unless a Democrat does it, you aren't likely to hear about it in the media.

[backtomn]

5. What a horse's a**

I live in a town that is about 30% Indian. They practice their faith and may choose a slightly different form of dress, but they speak English, they vote, take their kids to school and soccer practice, and are active in the community. I am happy to welcome this type of immigrant. This guy needs to return to a cave somewhere.

[Kweli4Real]

6. Are you kidding me?

I always recommend blogs that in no way reflect my views. Yeah, right!

[nyy1998]

7. As an Indian American, I'm a bit ticked off, but also a bit confused

It's Kansas and he's the republican candidate, did he really need to attack him?

[pipoman]

9. This seat was formerly Dan Glickman's (D)

for years before he took the post as Ag Secretary for President Clinton. This is not an un-winnable seat for a Dem, but the Dem absolutely must not fail to win the votes of the outlying areas around Wichita. So far Raj hasn't been spending much time outside of Wichita.

To answer your question, in this district in this cycle it would be possible for Raj to win if the Thug says and does a bunch of stupid shit...I hope for more of the same out of this complete outsider candidate.

[nyy1998]

10. I hope your right but Cook has rated the district as R+14

[Downwinder]

11. Pompeo gets International coverage.

Kan. GOP candidate's campaign links to racist blog

http://www.guardian.co.uk/world/feedarticle/9218271