George W. Bush Meets Al Sharpton, Puts Foot Firmly In Mouth
At a White House celebration of Black History Month held by President George W. Bush, the Rev. Al Sharpton was one of the guests of honor.
But then things got awkward.
Sharpton and his 21-year-old daughter, Dominique Sharpton approached the dais to formally greet President Bush.
Bush: “Rev. Al Sharpton, and his wife, Dominique — Reverend, it’s good to see you.”
Embarassed member of the auddience: (shouts) DAUGHTER!
Bush: “Daughter, daughter… I don’t get them right all the time.” (grins)
Bush: “But thank you for coming.
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