Senator Reidneck now joins fellow supremacists Trent Lott, Strom Thurmond, Jimmy the Greek, Mel Gibson, Michael Richards, Dog the Bounty Hunter and many others in the race relations hall of shame.

But wait, everyone makes mistakes, right? What’s a little negro talk on the side? Time for Senator Reidneck to turn that frown upside down and get back to work!  We gots health care to pass! Good thing e-how.com provides a prescription for racist remark recovery. Here is the list of steps Sen. Reidneck should take and an update on each..

Step 1
Recognize and acknowledge the mistake. Look at the comment made and admit it was racist. Understand the negative statement was your fault and the blame lies with you not the person insulted.

Sen Reidneck: Yep, he acknowledged it. “I deeply regret…” getting caught.

Step 2
Apologize for your actions. Try to speak to the individual in person to make a sincere apology. When that option is unavailable send a letter of other from of correspondence.

Sen Reidneck: Yep, he called the prez and broke it down. Presumably something like, “Dude, my bad.. on that. Are we still cool? Hey wanna go catch a Negro leagues baseball game tonight? Is that Jackie Robinson feller still playing?”

Step 3
Listen to their response and be patient. The apology won’t make the words or the pain inflicted automatically fade away.

Sen Reidneck: He’s waiting. Although his patience has probably worn thin with the press. He’s presumably ranting, “It’s not like I went full Michael Richards or something!! And what’s wrong with the word ‘Negro’ anyways???? It means “black” in Spanish doesn’t it!!?? I bet Rush friggin’ Limbaugh doesn’t even know that!”

Step 4
Determine what insecurities lead to the racist comment. People who make racist comments often feel oppressed or have trouble recognizing their own self worth. Identify your shortcoming and learn what is at the heart of your fear.

Sen Reidneck: No word on his insecurities so far. Wonder if his home state 33% approval rating has anything to do with it.

Step 5
Take sensitivity training. Take anti-racism classes to learn appropriate ways to handle future issues and prevent racist comments from reoccurring.

Sen Reidneck: Yeah get out a little more, huh? And stop listening to Don Imus. And no, it is NOT a good idea to be Al Jolson for halloween.

Step 6
Deal with the consequences. Your words may affect personal relationships, your career and many other parts of life. Determine a plan to handle the fallout and prepare for any financial losses or damaged relationships that occur.

Sen Reidneck: Just admit it Sen. Reidneck, you are a repressed hillbilly and you know it. Liberate yourself and come all the way out.. the sheet.. the hood.. come on… get it over with.

Source: http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2010/01/09/AR2010010902141.html
Source: http://www.lvrj.com/news/reid-hits-new-low-in-poll-81060702.html
Source: http://www.ehow.com/how_2094298_apologize-racist-comment.html