Gingrich Comment Draws Palestinian Ire

Newt Gingrich

Chief Palestinian negotiator Saeb Erakat reacted strongly Saturday to comments by Republican presidential frontrunner Newt Gingrich that the Palestinians are an "invented" people, calling it "the most racist statement I've ever seen."

Senh: Uh-oh. Newt makes a controversial remark while on the spotlight. We'll how this affects him.

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