A Maryland lawmaker apologized Tuesday for using a racial slur to describe a majority-black county in suburban Washington. “It does not represent my belief system, my life’s work or what is my heart.”Lisanti also apologized to the Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland on Monday. “It is clear Delegate Lisanti is unsuited to continue in a position of leadership in the Maryland General Assembly,” the black caucus statement said. The Legislative Black Caucus of Maryland also called on Lisanti to undergo racial sensitivity training, which she said she would attend. Darryl Barnes (D-Prince George’s), who chairs the Black Caucus, applauded Busch for taking swift action against Lisanti.

Source: Huffington Post February 26, 2019 20:05 UTC