Davis has apologized to Obama.

[americanstranger]

Dear Senator Obama:

On Saturday night I gave a speech in which I used a poor choice of words when discussing the national security policy positions of the Presidential candidates. I was quoted as saying "That boy's finger does not need to be on the button."

My poor choice of words is regrettable and was in no way meant to impugn you or your integrity. I offer my sincere apology to you and ask for your forgiveness.

Though we may disagree on many issues, I know that we share the goal of a prosperous, secure future for our nation. My comment has detracted from the dialogue that we should all be having on legitimate policy differences and in no way reflects the personal and professional respect I have for you.

Sincerely
Geoff Davis

http://tpmelectioncentral.talkingpointsmemo.com/2008/04/rep_davis_rky_apologizes_for_c.php

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[Dbdmjs1022]

1. Props to Davis for this.

I honestly think that the "boy" reference was because Obama is "young" for a senator, not because he's black. And Davis' quick response is commendable.

[Cant trust em]

17. Davis is only 49.

I thought the same thing at first too, before I looked it up.

[AlinPA]

25. That's why his "apology" was so profuse. It looks bad.

[BlooInBloo]

23. As long as there's a theoretically possible explanation, it ain't racism...

... White folks' Rule #3.

[redstate_democrat]

26. Fuck him.

He gets no props for that sorry ass apology. He should have never said it in the first place. That is how he really feels and he should wear the shame of being a backwoods bigot for the rest of his meaningless, sorry life.

[Symarip]

2. Hey, good for him

Even shitheads can have redeeming qualities.

[countingbluecars]

3. Smart move.

You don't want to dis the next president.

[uponit7771]

4. Good for him!!!

[shugah]

5. that's actually a real apology

how unexpected.

[knixphan]

6. he better have apologized.

Better start being nice to your next president, boy.

[gateley]

7. He may not have meant to "to impugn his integrity"

but he sure as hell meant to get the racial jab in there.

I hope Obama laughs this off.

And in all fairness, either he, or another one of the people at that function, made a really despicable joke about Bill/Hillary, too, which deserves an apology IMO.

[Hepburn]

10. You and I, gately, are on the same book, page and line.

My exact thoughts on the apology. :hi:

[Cant trust em]

18. That was my first reaction too.

It wasn't Obama's integrity that was impugned.

[depakid]

20. Yep- and he's unapologetic about that....

largely due to the fact that it helps him in his gerrymandered district.

[DearAbby]

8. Good letter

apology seems sincere. very good.

[VenusRising]

9. Impressive apology.

Good for him. :applause:

[goldcanyonaz]

11. Great news. Now all we're missing is Mitch McConnells apology to Clinton for his remarks.

[gateley]

14. Yes -- that was who I was trying to think of.

No way he can pretend HIS remark didn't mean to impugn the Clintons.

[redqueen]

12. Nice!

:thumbsup:

[AlinPA]

13. Jefferson (Geof) Davis? Hmmm

[Alexander]

22. I noticed that too....

Did his parents not realize the implications of giving him that name?

[stillcool]

15. I'm impressed!

the guy is more decent than many 'democrats' these days.

[sniffa]

16. I was hoping this was going to be from Lanny

Oh well. :D

[undeterred]

19. Grrrr.

I don't trust him.

[Texas Hill Country]

21. as he should have. good for him.

[DefenseLawyer]

24. I notice he had to restate the slur verbatim in his apology

just in case anyone missed it the first time. But at least it wasn't a "I'm sorry if anyone was offended" bullshit non-apology. I'll give him credit for that at least.

[ourbluenation]

27. I'm glad he did this. I still find it amazing that anyone would even go there in the first place.

[lumberjack_jeff]

28. Good. This was necessary. n/t