CNN contributors Jeffrey Lord and Van Jones squared off on Tuesday night in a heated, emotional exchange about the KKK and Donald Trump’s refusal to disavow the racist organization.
Van Jones explained that when Donald Trump talked about terrorism and extremism abroad he was passionate and unequivocally said “this is wrong!” So why won’t he do the same about the KKK here in America? Lord responds by saying "This whole attitude of dividing by race is still here, and this is how Democrats do the deal.” Lord kept referring to the KKK as a “leftist” organization, repeatedly (and ridiculously) claiming they were fighting for progressive causes.
It was incredible television, and a must-watch minute of discussion.
And not only does CNN seem content to let Jeffrey Lord’s outrageous KKK claims linger without stronger condemnation from the network, this morning they announced a rematch. They kicked off the discussion by asking what each man had learned about the other's "perspective.” As if there could be a legitimate argument as to why Donald Trump shouldn’t immediately and forcefully condemn the KKK with the same passion he condemns ISIS and terrorist organizations abroad.
Watch the unbelievable video below.