ABC News, which tries to maintain a middle ground between Fox's conservatism and CBS's liberalism, reports the Republican response to what some might deem racist comments from Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, appearing in a new book. To Reid's credit, he does not deny that he said the comment. Comparisons to the Democrats' response to a similar incident involving Trent Lott are included.

No, it's not apparent through a reading of this article that Reid's comment is going to weaken his performance in passing the health care bill or other legislation. Nor do I understand what good it does to invite a bunch of politicos—from both sides of the aisle—to discuss its significance. Why not spend the time examining a more important issue, like whether Reid has a history of such remarks? This is political theater, not an intelligent discussion of race politics or media relations.

Very mediocre reporting, it would be called bad reporting if we were not so used to tabloid trash wrapped up as news. BS thrown against the wall to see what sticks is given status as valid political news.

No this is not quality journlism. The article only mentions small facts regarding Trent Lott's removal for the Majoirty Lead. It does not mention Senator Byrd's previous racial comments or the comment's Bill Clintton made abiut Mr Obama. There is a double standard in the Fringe Media ( yes, the mainstream media is no longer a viable media outlet. It supports a socialistic agenda). Reid should resign.