I agree that there should be consequences, given the reach he has. I'm not particularly fond of racists.
Out of curiosity, who here said a slur in private regarding Muslims, Asians, etc. in their daily life ? Just wondering how widespread this is. Not trying to defend him.
Had he said it in private, would it be okay ? I see racism everyday (I'm Muslim) and I never see this kind of reaction from bystanders. My wife was spit on, I was insulted, etc. Yet, the general feeling we get is that people don't care. I'm surprised at the reaction people have here. That's good !