> Even if you believe the subsequent backtracking Of course I believe the subsequent backtracking. Have you read the New York Times article? Most people aren't

> Even if you believe the subsequent backtracking Of course I believe the subsequent backtracking. Have you read the New York Times article? Most people aren't racists. > ... a complete lack of critical thought as to how your actions and words are perceived. A lot of people have times when they don't think about how their words will be perceived. I sure have, and I'm sure you have too. However, I do not believe such minor stupidity should result in immediate loss of job, without warning.