White NC lawmaker interrupts his Black colleague with racist question

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During debate Wednesday on a controversial education bill, a white legislator in the North Carolina House interrupted his Black colleague to ask if the latter could have achieved his educational successes had he not been “an athlete or a minority.”
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[@Skoora]

I like how the Speaker dodged any responsibility to do anything because he was “reading a note”.

[@tubethis777]

They are on the same side

[@angelikalindenau943]

In keeping with his skin-toned attitude, methinks

[@NorthernChev]

Convenient, wasn’t it?

[@Skoora]

@@tubethis777 absolutely. Just the fact that what the guy was asking didn’t perk up his ears as it would with most of us told everything.

[@onair141]

He said “not on my watch” lmao

[@raypontinen1165]

It's unbelievable how ignorant these elected representatives are!

[@indigomoon777]

That’s not ignorance, tho.

[@marionhope7506]

@@indigomoon777 Then what do you call it? Because it was clear he intended to disparage the black man.

[@marionhope7506]

They can’t help themselves. They think that the world revolves around them.

[@ramongonzalezdiaz9511]

plus he stayed up all night to write this question on paper to remember what to say ..LOL,,,,,,,,,,

[@presspound7358]

The plaid sport jacket and bow tie …even before he opened his mouth. Their heads have a similar shape… like that of Jerry Falwell… then of course when the speaker pronounced “recognize” as “reconnize” I pretty well knew what we were dealing with. We’re dealing with backward backwoods Red states. Woohoo 🎉

[@robertogomez9009]

These folks are getting bolder everyday!!!

[@tonisumblin2719]

They’re always been here. Trump has only emboldened them.

[@simplerick256]

​@@Pokeman.151 typed from behind a keyboard...

[@chrisballas3356]

I'm glad somebody noticed. All the positive things that Obama did in 8 years, we're undone by Grift45 in less than a year. Prior to 2015, no one could have imagined that a US president would give a voice to bigotry and hate. These magas are living in a cesspool of ignorance and they are proud of it.

[@system1170]

​@@MasonBlue6 can't shoot through fire

[@MasonBlue6]

@Di NY Your hatred for true Americans wont stop us from taking America back. MAGFUA.

[@anthonymcneill1465]

Some people don't think it through. The crap that came out of his mouth is what his heart is full of.

[@one4truth236]

Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks. Biblical truth.

[@willieholmes1483]

He didn’t think through those clothes either!

[@decee6990]

No you're wrong he knew what he was saying he thought it through

[@johnstubbs3401]

​​@@willieholmes1483 He actually thought to himself "Wait until they see me in this jacket right here!" He looked like a Clown!😂

[@loveprotectionsociety777]

​@@johnstubbs3401 😂😂 wait until they see me in this jacket!

[@firebirdude2]

And the speaker plays that "I wasn't listening, I was reading these papers" card.

[@Lovetheducks]

He’s trying so hard not to say the outright even more racist comments he’s thinking.

[@alanrogs3990]

what one is that?

[@sEdJ1281]

​​​@@alanrogs3990 that he foolishly believes that black people have more rights than white people. The reason you're asking that question, though, is because bigotry and racism are good things to you. You didn't ask that question out of curiosity.

[@alanrogs3990]

@@sEdJ1281 Is that the fact? You knew 100% that is what he was thinking?

[@loveprotectionsociety777]

​@@alanrogs3990 crazy that people like you still exist in 2023.

[@alanrogs3990]

@@loveprotectionsociety777 Crazy that you think you know me.

[@shamioshi]

Toni Morrison once said that the very function of racism is distraction: it keeps you explaining and justifying and proving and distracts you from your true purpose. This is a perfect example. Derailed whatever point that gentleman was making prior to the question.

[@cashrjr23]

that is why Jesus would not answer Pontius Pilate

[@stephenlitten1789]

@@cashrjr23 If you consider that Jesus was given a traitor's death, then the crime must've been pretty grave

[@nancymorrison9978]

Thank you for this description of the function of racism.

[@joymosley8997]

That man didn't deserve a response. I would've kept it moving. That man looked exactly like the clown he is.

[@khayeelwilson-el5370]

@@joymosley8997…exactly! Either ignore him or come back hard. He did neither!

[@shimishang86]

Shameful. And this is why I vote in all elections. These clowns are giving us Carolinians a bad name.

[@victoriaharris8543]

I have only lived here for almost a year and I hate it . There are so many Jesus loves you signs people wanting to pray for you it’s disgusting but yet racist af

[@kingsleyhwanawi7736]

@@ronswanson2029 Nowadays anybody and their dog can identify as anything so don't say you are white when applying to Harvard 😎

[@stevetrivago]

Who ?

[@stevetrivago]

@@victoriaharris8543 maybe your aura was felt by them… you know.. that dead blank no eye contact stuff.. a lot of people walk around with loud mouths with that entitled attitude… just a thought . Maybe you’re the problem… I’ll pray for you.. Godspeed Vicky

[@shimishang86]

@@victoriaharris8543 hang in there. There are legitimately good non hypocritical people here. Also, the people that don't see anything wrong with that kind of question are going extinct. In a few generations they will be gone. NC is beautiful and love will prevail.

[@nunook5522]

Why is it a majority of them think a special condition had to be manufactured for Black people in order to get into Harvard? He sounds like he is jealous. It's a shame that it has to be this way, but it's that very perception that made that man work harder.

[@gibememoni]

its literally a fact blacks can get into ivy league schools with much lower test scores than white (non jewish) and asian. And I am against rich boy legacy admissions as well so don't even try that.

[@jasonroberts8408]

It is a shame that Harvard descrimates against whites, Hispanics and Asians...

[@mikecanan3926]

The guy in the clown suit probably never graduated clown school

[@kingjay1628]

@@mikecanan3926 😄😄😄😄

[@dav87libradall]

Because that's what they are taught and the false history being tought In schools. When i was in middle school i was told by fellow white students black people didn't invent anything and there was nothing in the history books at school to dispel that lie. To be educated in true history you have to go to the library or take specific college courses. But that's why they think like that because what's being said at home and because the truth being omitted from schools

[@dannylin5342]

Welp, we know who didn’t go to Harvard

[@jeffanderson8384]

mic DROP!! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@liberalismisahatecrime4385]

The gentleman asking the question isn't black or Jewish enough to go to Harvard. So yes, we do lol

[@1004445]

@@liberalismisahatecrime4385 he isn’t smart either 😂😂😂

[@liberalismisahatecrime4385]

​@@1004445 Not everyone can be smart, allow me to demonstrate. Tell us how many boosters you took. 🤣

[@WendelltheSongwriter]

Best comment yet.

[@littlebug200]

I didn't realize the slowest gazelle had such a colorful coat

[@RandoOnline_]

😂

[@Bluemoon00924]

Lol

[@cedhawkins5013]

...that was a fantastic comment

[@IVant2BAlone]

Indeed, he did! ROFL!

[@alanhill2508]

Best reply!

[@macjeez1450]

Ignorance and racism raises it's head again with this so called representative from Iredell County. Appalling that we have this kind of membership in our state government.

[@Stuff_And_Things]

He wasn't trying to be mean. He just doesn't understand that the things his parents told him were from another time. A time when the only way a black man would get opportunities like a good education and a good job, was if the government said give it to him or else.

[@moussegarbonzo8352]

@@Stuff_And_Things It doesn't sound like you understand either. If this is the type of thing going through this man's head, he has no business holding a lawmaking position. Unbelievable.

[@roylcraft]

They do use what they got to get elected. It works well for repubs.

[@Stuff_And_Things]

@@moussegarbonzo8352 I don't disagree with you but keep in minds, these guys are put in power by other guys who have the same issue. You won't stop him from being there without reducing the prejudices that put him there. Fortunately, it there is an expiration date on that mentality.

[@moussegarbonzo8352]

@@Stuff_And_Things Appreciate the clarification, and I agree. Also, is your username a tip of the hat to Funkadelic by chance? If so, well done.

[@jaymills8333]

The racism is beyond belief and growing and we should ALL pay more attention to this hate

[@SeldimSeen1]

Amen

[@sharontrujillo]

It's ALWAYS been here...where have YOU been....it's grows, because it's TAUGHT...with each new generation....America was BUILT on it...period.

[@nobullzone8394]

OH WE ARE 😉

[@seanthomxx2694]

I would ask how this man can look himself in a mirror, but then I saw his outfit and realized he doesn't have one

[@jan-cq5wv]

😂, good one!

[@YankeeGirl226]

LOL. He thought he was doing something with that stupid comment and outfit.

[@AlisonCasilli]

Wow. And he was brave enough to say that racist crap in that....suit?

[@Grrptt]

He tweeted hours earlier, “Feeling cute, might raciest 🎉”

[@Jon_IndieSan_B]

When he stood up and i saw the jacket… i said to myself he is about to say something dumb and racist……. And BAM… i was right

[@wierdoslam4760]

Maybe he had to head there immediately after attending Clown College? A colorful wig, some face paint, and a red nose is all he needs 😆

[@eduardocontreras6557]

where's the red squeezy nose?🤡

[@joymosley8997]

That horrible outfit tells me all I need to know 😂😂😂

[@wolfgangk1]

Haters only hate the things that they can’t get and the people they can’t be.

[@johnwebb2442]

Facts.

[@jan-cq5wv]

True that!, the fact you being yourself makes some people envious, "sigh smdh"!!!!!!.

[@calmbro1970]

What he said was right though, his color has lower standards and they can get entry just because of their skin color. black.

[@MichaelJ44]

S o you hate nazis because you aren’t one?

[@User.777.1]

​@@calmbro1970how do you just assume this ? There are many capable black people Many intelligent black people We arent saying lowering the standard But give equally or even smarter black people a chance in harvard

[@smartmama7928]

Bow tie racist needs to apologize. That little segment was despicable. Rep Jones, excellent response.

[@ivanchernov9987]

The only racism I saw was against that highly intelligent white man when they cruelly disrespected him, and said they recognize him for being brave enough to ask a legitimate question that needs to start being addressed! Tired of all this racism against the white community! We shall overcome! Let my people go! My white brothers, and sisters are owed reparations!

[@u2mister17]

@JK SKI For what? You didn't even let him finish asking his question. Sounded like he was going to ask how do public school kids get into a $150,000 a year college. I would like to know.

[@giancarloortiz9236]

​@@u2mister17 Maybe the real question we should be asking is why is an esteemed college so expensive that it sounds surprising that a public school student got in? Sounds like you're defending rich people gatekeeping higher education from the lowly masses.

[@u2mister17]

@@giancarloortiz9236 Sounds to me you want free college. Nothing is free.

[@daleemrick9816]

😅

[@anthonyezzell1357]

And these are the people that are being voted in office, makes me wonder how the voter thinks. Absolutely despicable.

[@id10t98]

exactly. If racists are elected over and over again it's a clear sign their electorate are racist people as well.

[@JA-jx1hk]

Are we gonna pretend like he’s not totally 100 percent correct? Black people have a much, much easier time being admitted into universities than any other group.

[@gkroll8467]

@@id10t98who could take that guy seriously with that clown suit and bow tie

[@maxstrongCW]

What gave him the right to judge where anyone deserves to be!!! He doesn't deserve to be one of our leaders with those racist comments and lack of wisdom😮

[@bigguy7353]

No racism was displayed.

[@darwel007]

With preferential treatment comes suspicion. Sad that the lawmaker must endure living under a cloud.

[@lancefulbright2685]

WE ARE AMERICANS WE ARE FREE PEOPLE THEY ARE NOT LEADER S WE VOTE FOR THEM TO WORK FOR US THE ARE HOUSE AND SENATE REPS NOT LEADERS AND IT IS TRUE IF YOU ARE GOOD AT SPORTS YOU GET SCHOLARSHIPS DOES NOT MATER THE COLOR OF YOUR SKIN SLOW KIDS DO HOLD SMART KIDS BACK SIMPLE FACT PUT SLOW KIDS IN ONE CLASS AND SMART KIDS IN A OTHER CLASS AND LAST BUT NOT LEASE WE ONLY HAVE ONE RACE IT IS CALLED THE HUMAN RACE STOP LETTING GOVERNMENT LIE TO YOU AND PREACH HATE IN TO YOUR HEART JUST TO GET VOTES YES BOTH SIDE DO THE SAME THING THEY LIE TO US HOPE YOU HAVE A GOOD LIFE AND A LONG HAPPY ONE

[@maxstrongCW]

@@ronswanson2029 please comment in English. Thanks

[@robinbryant7748]

But enough ppl voted for him...

[@abby-ze6mz]

McNeeley was jealous because he was unable to make the same achievements as Jones. McNeeley has to convince him (and others that think like him) that Jones is not smart enough to accomplish more than him.

[@divalink007]

Boom! Envy is at the core of racism.

[@stk9387]

It’s amazing how the most blatant racists… don’t even know that they’re racist. It’s so engrained in who they are.

[@id10t98]

That's why they always say, "That's not who I am" when they start apologizing when called out.

[@stk9387]

@jakemccloon2297 oh sure u have…

[@clearthelane2432]

they know

[@JA-jx1hk]

You can call them racists, but you can’t call them liars

[@clearthelane2432]

@@JA-jx1hk clown

[@ipleedafif8033]

One graduated from Harvard the other from the Bobby Boucher Jr School of Design and Water Engineering.

[@matejamartin2199]

@alexfox4647leftist jealousy and fanatics wont let you speak

[@jsnicks7189]

The question was still unwarranted, also these people were discriminated against education wise for hundreds of years. The 1960s weren’t good

[@rededd0196]

Nothing like this display of ignorance to remind us what these folks stand for. November 2024 cannot come soon enough!

[@lazaruswoods6928]

Wow, this is becoming just heartbreaking. He handled it with class.

[@alanrogs3990]

How is it heartbreaking? Good grief people. Certain people are so sensitive these days.

[@marionhope7506]

@@alanrogs3990 If you need an explanation, it means that you are part of the problem.

[@alanrogs3990]

@@marionhope7506 And what problem is that exactly? The black man obviously has a high position and according to him he didn't need any special help to obtain it.

[@ahmeddhere1154]

Remember history. These people have committed centuries of atrocities such as oppression segregation, slavery and Massacred Millions of native Americans, I don’t under the surprise of their racism.

[@GReid-ol5gk]

​@@alanrogs3990 you're not really interested in a constructive conversation, seeing as you've already labeled others as "sensitive". So what answers are you looking for exactly?

[@JaymoJoints]

"And may I ask my Republican friend how he gained admission to clown college?" "What makes you think I went to clown college?" "You're wearing the uniform, sir."

[@chenzen1578]

🤣🤣🤣

[@fredeisele1895]

Where does one even buy red pants?

[@silver3149]

JaymoeJoints; Being a Democrat or Republican is divisive of one people. This very notion that one party is better than another is what keeps them in power and the people divided. Our Unanimous Declaration; declared "...one people broke their political ties, and bind themselves together as one people. " The United States Constitution; does not recognize any whatsoever political party. McNeely commits about Jones worthiness of a Harvard education, simply a display of McNeely foolishness. Now I shall look up this section on KZbin. Have a blessed day

[@beachbum8215]

It came naturally to him and the Speaker of the House.

[@joymosley8997]

💯

[@RebeccaSalgado]

What is wrong with these people? Just because you can't cut it to Harvard doesn't mean you've lost your manners!!!!

[@wolfgangk1]

...he'll get a stand ovation at the next Klan meeting and church reception.

[@joymosley8997]

​@@wolfgangk1 Exactly. Btw if I were him, I'd watch what I say considering that awful outfit he put together.

[@bluetortilla]

Wow. What a moving, succinct comeback. Awestruck! Abe Jones deserves a seat in Congress.

[@proudwhitestraightman1574]

Because of affirmative action?

[@marionhope7506]

@@proudwhitestraightman1574 No. Because he is CLEARLY BETTER than the knuckle dragger that TRIED to insult him. But then again, that tends to be the truth in MOST cases and the REAL reason why affirmative action exists in the first place_ Gotta make the cave dwellers feel good about themselves, after all!☺️

[@necgist]

Gotta love how McNeely must realize that HE is a slow gazelle.

[@martywanlass4774]

A gazelle is usually graceful. This was a bloated hippopotamus. However, most hippos usually keep their mouths shut rather than show their stupidity.

[@markkeaney8449]

The difference between a class act and a clown show. Literally in real time. Everyday.

[@MONEYAINTATHANG100]

say what Mark?

[@d.b.1176]

He obviously graduated from clown college with honors.

[@oscarwarren469]

Everything but the orange clown makeup 😊

[@txrick4879]

That explains his jacket .

[@kelleywimberley]

Well not with honor

[@d.b.1176]

@@kelleywimberley Right, he was a level one clown.

[@JBLUE97]

Hey d.b. don't you know the fbi is still looking for you 😂

[@robertcolacino7310]

My daughter just ended her freshman college year and did great but she had to do a lot of work and do it well , just getting in doesn’t mean you succeed and this man obviously succeeded, I mean what are we doing here

[@tweeterpie1]

Unbelievable🤦🏻‍♀️ I could barely wrap my head around what that ignorant A-hole was trying to say at first & once I did, I found myself getting furious. Not only on behalf of the gentleman who was asked such a ridiculously racist question, but for others like him & my late husband, whose achievements were often brought into question simply because of the color of their skin.😤

[@caribman10]

What's the point of being a white Republican politician in North Carolina if you can't ask a racist question?

[@gibememoni]

why do white and asian men have to score 10x higher on their SAT's to get in?

[@AntoineFinch]

ITS A GIVEN

[@JayBudz707]

😂😂😂

[@DieselRamcharger]

racial questions are not racist. the black invoked race, so why not question him on it?

[@alvilla701]

​@Diesel Ramcharger if it is a question like the one he asked, then yes, it is racist

[@martywanlass4774]

Big cheer for all the folks who gave Jones a standing ovation.

[@sydnidowney3598]

THAT MEMBER OF THE ASSEMBLY SHOULD BE REMOVED FROM HIS SEAT NOT ONLY FOR THE STUPID, RACIST QUESTION (A LA TUCKER CARLSON- I'M JUST ASKING) BUT ALSO FOR THE ABOMINATION OF HIS CLOTHING CHOICES. LOOKS LIKE A FOOL.

[@jonbaker3728]

looks like a 70's used car salesman.

[@jimm.6542]

🤣🤣🤣You beat to the clothing observation! 👏🏽🥳

[@bluetortilla]

This is what happens when the time machine vomits.

[@darwel007]

With preferential treatment comes suspicion. Sad that the lawmaker must endure living under a cloud.

[@jimm.6542]

@@ronswanson2029 It IS a racist question! That whole “slowest gazelle” reference wasn’t an accident. He was talking down to his elected colleague as if he was a lesser.

[@donbelenger817]

An ivy league school doesn't just take you because your good at sports you have to be academically qualified too! What a shameful question

[@geew5014]

EXACTLY. Especially Harvard at that.

[@michaelkennedy6415]

As far as Harvard specifically as it pertained to my own high school graduating class, we had a gifted Physics professor from India. His daughter was at the top 5% in our school along with having numerous extra-curricular academic activities in her repertoire. She was rejected acceptance into Harvard. Our professor was privy to all the students affairs and learned a classmate of hers was only in the 90% ranking in our class (bottom 10%) but he was a good athlete with NO outside activities except for the seasonal sport. The professor/father justifiably berated this system in a moving speech to the entire school. His tears were completely moving, and I agreed with his point.

[@robinbryant7748]

Because they desperately need to claim that somehow they were cheated, when they either didn't qualify or couldn't live without the lie, so didn't try. Pathetic.

[@soonerintheblueoasis1937]

@@michaelkennedy6415 - Don't forget the INHERENT racism of "Legacy" candidates too.

[@eh3477]

​@@robinbryant7748 I used to work with a bunch of entitled guys who sounded like this. Every time the program hired a (accomplished) woman, they insisted it was some kind of hidden Affirmative Action. They never mentioned that they all got and stayed in their jobs by completely gaming the system. They only took applications, interviewed, and hired their own cronies. Eventually modern life arrived, and the hiring process was made more transparent/ accountable.

[@martinmarty6317]

I have a question for him if it wasn't for white privilege and an institution of racism how far would he have gotten in society without those institutions helping him and giving him a hand

[@Jacksmithstandby]

Exactly, he seems about as smart as a bag of hammers

[@joymosley8997]

Especially with that awful outfit. He must've gotten dressed in the dark 🌑

[@khayeelwilson-el5370]

Thank you! His response was too weak in my opinion.

[@Chels-fz5uq]

Exactly! Yes, thank you! Diversity and inclusion initiatives (which you have to have the academic merit to get in, regardless) are like a drop in the ocean compared to the oppression minorities have faces for decades!

[@mikegardens]

👏👏👏

[@twwtjohns]

It's fitting the Republican is dressed like a clown.

[@jeffanderson8384]

Curious if they get the parody? Doubt it.

[@BertMckraken]

I get it 😂

[@naturallymenow]

😂

[@johns2631]

Some people should climb down from their high horse and listen to the LBJ tapes and a long list of other democrats speak. On the other hand bowtie made a fool of himself.

[@HAPninKEN]

Like the saying goes- To anger a Democrat, you tell them a lie. To anger a Republican, you tell them the truth.

[@bluzzjazz]

Both parties are prone to lie. You think Biden, Schiff, Pelosi, Newsome etc are truth tellers? If so, you have a complete lack of wisdom and discernment. Yes, some Republicans are stooges too. I have no idea what his point was.

[@JWest1]

Yeah thats the opposite there Hap. Tell a democrat the truth you'll anger them, thats on display for all to see at this moment. If you cannot see that, then idk what to tell you.

[@tompugh388]

Looking from the outside, the republicans don't know what truth is......or deliberately ignore it.

[@Me4now]

Come on you can’t even tell dem that only biological women can have babies and they’ll physically attack you! Yep you definitely got that backwards

[@simonparkes5514]

You've got that back to front!

[@cupguin]

I saw that title but I still watched with my jaw dropped. He knows there's cameras right?

[@twain3074]

WOW, not only do Republicans act like clowns, now the are starting to dress like clowns.. Did Rep. McNeely remind anyone else of Chris Farley's 'Van down by the River' bit?

[@bradbrownlee8489]

They don’t only act like clowns. They ARE clowns.

[@bernardbarry447]

Best comment I’ve read in months 😂

[@buckeyechuck4064]

I had not thought of that but laughed when I read it, perfect.

[@emmasparkles1113]

Yaaasss I was thinking the same exact thing

[@dont-want-no-wrench]

LOL totally now that you mention it!

[@glennmacpherson5489]

How stupid was that ,congrats to the rep who went to Harvard you know what it took he surely doe not.

[@tonisumblin2719]

Yes. Racism aside, it was just plain STUPID. Bet we doesn’t ask his fellow white man the same question.

[@terranceparker8838]

​@@tonisumblin2719 no don't put racism aside we need to call this crap out for what it is

[@swimmer4226]

The good ol boy racist club is still very strong in NC

[@dont-want-no-wrench]

and elsewhere, sadly

[@johnwebb2442]

Obviously.

[@jeremy072579]

Yes, it is. I had the unfortunate reality of experiencing it while living there. The federal Judges, Sheriff's and law makers all have ties to the KKK. Look up a federal judge by the name of Frank D. Whitney.

[@Albe3331]

I’m a 71 yo white male and find McNeely’s question about as racist as you can get.

[@donaldfedosiuk1638]

McNeeley's intellect is on the same level as his sartorial taste. That coat alone should be grounds for expulsion. Still the same old South, it seems. (And sadly, maybe the same old USA as well)

[@davismiller4369]

To think that North Carolina is the most moderate of all southern states. Sheesh, what a region.

[@shaec9397]

@@davismiller4369 not more moderate than Georgia it’s turning in to New York

[@Fay-el]

That outfit only needed a red sponge nose, then we all would see the clown as he is

[@davidrandall2851]

Funny how you suddenly can’t find him on twitter

[@darrenjackson1301]

This is how Maga Republicans view black people that makes it to college. It had to have been a handout because we don't possess the intellect to progress otherwise. This is truly how they feel about us

[@Boss-bz9lc]

Forget the racism his suite is a crime punishable by spanking.

[@Somosogo]

And the other guy really goes, “sorry. Totally missed the question. No idea what you’re talking about.”

[@nsas54]

The sad thing is, you could tell that he didn't believe his question was racist. I'm glad he got put in his place. Also, this man needs to quit shopping at thrift stores or be more discerning about his choices. He looks like the clown he has been proven to be.

[@MasonBlue6]

It's an honest question since whites aren't afforded that privilege.

[@redrick8900]

@@MasonBlue6 It's complete nonsense.

[@bigguy7353]

It wasn't.

[@bigguy7353]

​@Red Rick You are cognitively dissonant.

[@bigguy7353]

​@@redakdal You have no clue what's going on for the past 30 years, do you?

[@mysterymayhem7020]

There are so many things I want to say but I am at a loss for words due to the question asked.

[@donmac6690]

Great response and just remember to vote during elections.

[@RowdyLpx]

Needs to be removed from government immediately. Despicable.

[@pandstar]

The problem with racists like this, is he isn't even aware that his question is racist. He probably thinks he is 'enlightened', and the question was perfectly fine.

[@danyboy1477]

That's the real "woke" in that room.

[@tmoma7]

That is one of the most disturbing comments I have ever heard. Mr. White man, holier than thou, needs to be removed for that stunt. That hurt Mr. Jones and it made me sick...

[@k.xavier3059]

*Notice who applauds at the end and who doesn't*

[@kevinsupreme2514]

3 BOZO'S IN THE BACK.

[@DarbyDumont]

Look at the grace black people have to have when dealing with racists…

[@kjrey9878]

100%! And sadly the undeniable truth in your statement should sicken people (as it does me). I used to work for SpaceX (I was one of MAYBE 10 black employees in its history) and it's without a doubt a "good ol' boy's club". One of my co-workers asked if it pissed me off as much as they were when our manager would do "X", and I told them straight up, "I don't have the luxury of getting angry". The moment I do they'll see it as a confirmation of what they already think of us, and I'd be labeled the stereotypical "angry black man".

[@gardnerljfam4]

" I earned my place, and I did well." Best mic drop ever. Seeing how much that burnt the two up in the back made it that much better. 10/10

[@iliketomakepeople]

That suit tho!

[@jaysoncarter5093]

That's one for the records.

[@josecataquet1050]

Make him look like a clown.

[@txrick4879]

Just proves his mental instability .

[@R_A_3000]

Yeah he was dress like a cartoon character.

[@CultofPersonality334]

Republicans. 🙄

[@leroyjames2825]

Republikkkunt's.

[@Pokeman.151]

Demon rats

[@MMCUSN]

Republican for sure, but no Conservative.

[@joemillz10]

@@MMCUSN American Conservatism has always been steeped in bigotry. Look up the history of American conservatism during the civil rights movement and it will be obvious to you.

[@DeMan59]

How is that a racist question? A perfectly legit question.

[@womanofsubstance8735]

McNeely must have been the brightest in his class in "How to be Pathetic 101."

[@NolaMarieSings01]

I’m speechless.

[@nonsibi1087]

Did Rep. McNeely (R-NC) try to enter Harvard University and compare his experience to Rep. Jones (D-NC) to base his question on? Or did he not even try and risk it?

[@surfsidesips5172]

It’s all good! They just keep making themselves look worse and worse!😂

[@stevenk1833]

But they still get reelected.???????

[@anthonyperkins8961]

I am left speechless...

[@taunteratwill1787]

Thank you lawmaker for showing us not only who you are but also what you are! 😎

[@AndlerJoseph]

These people get me sick to my stomach. Im tired of them and their ways

[@sorormimm493]

Absolutely ridiculous. “Neely” does not deserve a single breath to spew more of his hatred. I pray he reaps and writhes with every vile karmic lashing he brings upon himself. Shame on all who think like him. Strike that; not only shame, but cruelty and justice.

[@user-bk9fk2tq2z]

You are a cute woman

[@marshaanderson2677]

I am astounded that anyone would ask that question.

[@robinbryant7748]

I am not, being that I have experienced this attitude since my 1st incident at age nine. Continuously. I am now 66. No pauses have occurred.

[@Wandiasinfo]

Amazing response! That idiot's question would be hilarious if it wasn't so henous. Also, I'm curious if Jared Kushner, George Bush or wealthy legacies questioned their places at Ivy League colleges.

[@Johnflaxman974]

I may be just a small town southern lawyer , but wearing a bright green bow tie and plaid jacket is ALLLLLLLL PERFECTLY LEGAL😂

[@DraknusX]

I'm just saying, at least for elected officials, it might be worthwhile to consider duels for honor becoming legal again. The GOP loves to quote the old man, “An armed society is a polite society. Manners are good when one may have to back up his acts with his life.” Maybe they ought to live it out. Given the sheer amount of disrespect and dishonor they have heaped even onto veterans and service members, much less the minorities their laws target, I think those of us they malign should be allowed to express that in a way that might actually matter to them. They're protected from defamation suits, they're protected from criminal defamation prosecution, they're even allowed to lie to their voters' faces about basic facts of reality, like their heritage or even easily verifiable facts. We have a 2nd Amendment, allegedly to protect us from tyrants, meaning those who would rule over us rather than serve us as civil leaders, maybe we should put our proverbial money where our mouths are. And no, I don't think it's necessary to go full high noon wild west shootout; even a simple boxing match would do the trick for most of these cowards. Bullies will often back down in fear once they face any real consequences.

[@in551125do]

When it would have been Forrest Gump, it might have been funny.......(Americans really have a huge problem with race...!!)

[@tonisumblin2719]

They always have denied it. And still do.

[@Jaycee-Bee]

More than just race I think. The new GOP members are from the past. You need to find the time machine that they created and destroy it!

[@chrispaschal7955]

"People, they're the worst."--Jerry Seinfeld

[@vazefiluca3298]

In Brazil, if you declare yourself black or black descendent., you are eligible for the black quota and there is no need to have a test. many students who never declared themselves black, started to declare that they are black or African descendent.

[@pamparker4047]

McNeely should be censured indefinitely

[@carlhacker6852]

Clown wearing clown clothes

[@FarginhoodMcBastage]

Whoa whoa whoa....I thought it was democrats that were racists. Thats what Republicans always say, while at the same time displaying their racism to the world.😊

[@brittanywolf5254]

He just confused as he was an athlete with privilege that really wanted to go to Harvard and was not able to get in and cannot wrap his head around why.

[@user-ld2be5vv4i]

Absolutely despicable!

[@bingybee]

These folks are so bad at lying they can’t even feign ignorance well enough to not be detected. He knew very well what he was doing.

[@markwolfshohl6562]

The answer is - No, he would never have qualified for Harvard

[@famworlds494]

So you're saying that only whites from privilege should be allowed to get ivy league educations. You're saying that less privileged whites are never given assistance from boosters and other organizations. Are you saying that one black in ten thousand or one million receiving a lucky draw is to much and totally unfair. Explain your reasons for so much hate.

[@jasonroberts8408]

Harvard has many law suits against them for descrimating against whites and asians...

[@CorvusTX]

Not all republicans are racist, but all racists are republicans.

[@burnout_2017]

Im really starting to question that first part anymore

[@Bluemoon00924]

100%

[@Pokeman.151]

Actually all the real racists by far, are demorats.

[@wolfgangk1]

Democrats' racism is more backhanded.

[@Emmadaniels100]

The racist speaker should be arrested for that jacket and tie.

[@mictza450]

Imagine headed a meeting or hearing and NOT paying attention to what's being said. That joker was full of sh*t for that comment.

[@robtheaccountant]

My guy knows his accomplishments hats off, never be ashamed of who You are!

[@mhollingsworth41]

I would love to see how the education reform in Florida will show itself in a few years

[@fredericoterrell5160]

First of all Harvard doesn't give scholarships to it's athletes What an ignorant individual

[@Styler212]

"Always answer a fool according to his folly." "Only a foolish dog ,barks at a flying bird."

[@oscarwarren469]

Exposed 😊

[@mjkay8660]

mcneely looks like a comic book character, wtf??? goodwill wont sell a jacket that looks like that, and red pants??? is he a closet queen?

[@DonBrown-lv5zc]

Call everything racist now. Get a grip.

[@jojodel60]

They can't help their racism...it's in their DNA😮

[@Jay-uc8rm]

Oh but we need to get over the past, they tell us.

[@mrsfrank3660]

That's because it's STILL IN THE FUTURE,,,,,,,POINT,, BLANK,,,PERIOD!!!!!!!

[@sheastephens5]

Wow! Disgusting.

[@kayc421]

It was "the brightest at the school you attended is considered dumb by community standards" for me, and the huff when his blatant racist comment was interrupted. I'm so sick of people like this guy.

[@peggyking9543]

The guy's clown suit should have been a big clue.

[@eiedwards5792]

the question had nothing to do with race, it has to do with fact.

[@Stiffdistantandweird]

You’re qualified to judge the man’s intelligence and ability? To the point that you know he got In because of affirmative action? Then why did he graduate top tier?

[@Then.]

Ugh, wtf Republicans?!