July 23rd 2024.
Republican Congressman Tim Burchett recently made some controversial comments about Vice President Kamala Harris. During an impromptu interview, Burchett referred to her as a "DEI vice president," a term that stands for diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives. CNN Chief Congressional Correspondent Manu Raju was asking GOP lawmakers their thoughts on the possibility of having the first Black-South Asian woman as President of the United States, and when he reached Burchett, he didn't hold back.
Burchett questioned why President Biden had promised to choose a Black female as his running mate, wondering about the exclusion of other groups. He then went on to call Harris "mediocre" and labeled her as a "DEI hire." This isn't the first time Burchett has used this term when discussing Harris. In a previous interview, he criticized her "incompetency levels" and claimed she was a disaster on the border.
NBC News reports that Burchett often brings up DEI when talking about Harris, suggesting that she was only chosen as a vice president because she checks all the diversity boxes. During a recent House Committee on Oversight and Accountability hearing, Burchett even called former Secret Service Director Kimberly Cheatle a "DEI horror story."
While other members of Congress were questioning Cheatle about security failures that led to an assassination attempt on former President Trump, Burchett focused on her gender and race, insinuating that she was chosen to fulfill diversity quotas rather than being qualified for the job. In response, Rep. Jasmine Crockett asked if the attempted assassination was due to DEI or systemic failures within the organization.
Burchett's comments have sparked backlash, with his Democratic opponent Jane George calling them demeaning and embarrassing. She also criticized his use of divisive language and encouraged him to focus on more important issues facing the country. These remarks come at a time when Rep. Clyburn has expressed his support for Harris as a potential future president if Biden is unable to serve.
In conclusion, Burchett's comments about Harris have caused controversy and have been met with criticism from both sides of the political spectrum. It's important for leaders to use respectful and inclusive language, especially when discussing important issues like diversity and representation in government.
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