NEW YORK - The Reverend Jessie Jackson accused news organizations of racism for labeling displaced Hurricane Katrina victims, many of whom are black, as "refugees." "Just ask anyone in Hymie town [New York City]," said Jackson, "and they'll tell you that I'm right."
Jackson's criticism sparked a debate among news organizations over the propriety of using the word "refugee" in reference to displaced hurricane victims. President Bush weighed in on Jackson's side. "I am grateful that this trivial debate fueled by political correctness run amok has diverted the nation's attention, even momentarily, from the criticisms of my response to a disaster that killed thousands."
