In Gov’s Race, ‘They Breed’ is the new ‘You Lie.’
On paper, Andre’s thoughts definitely test the shock meter. As I usually try to give people the benefit of the doubt, I have to think that he didn’t mean it quite like he said it. Controversy, outrage and shock notwithstanding there will probably be one winner amongst all of this flap….Andre Bauer.
In one swoop, Andre has fired up a segment of the Republican party. He’s illustrated and sensationalized an issue to a point that has put him on every TV news channel in South Carolina. The talk and debate is all over Twitter and Facebook. In short, everyone is talking about Andre right now.
It would be a completely different situation if he just apologized. Democrat’s and Republicans alike would be attacking him and perhaps asking him to step down from his job as Lt. Governor. On the contrary, Andre is sticking to his guns. This move will make it difficult for other Republican candidates to deal with.
On the flip side, Sen. Vincent Sheheen’s (D-Kershaw) quick and public demand for an apology likely vaulted his campaign as the leader and unofficial Democratic spokesperson.
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