Sam Samford, Newt Gingrich’s 175,000th donor, was highlighted by Gingrich tonight during his not-victory speech. Samford also received Gingrich shout-outs on Twitter and in his late interview tonight on FOX News. But he may not be the guy Newt wants to highlight.
On his Facebook fan page, Samford posted, “DEFINE IRONY “The most powerful black man in the world still lives in government housing.”
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“The person who gives me hope and makes me stay in this race and makes me committed to caring about ideas is Samuel Sandford,” Gingrich said during his speech.
Samford hosts an internet talk radio show on Blog Talk Radio, and broadcast his conversation with Gingrich after he was highlighted as the 175,000 donor. “My daughter came back to me in my room and said, ‘Dad, Newt Gignrich is on the phone. . . I mean how awesome is that.'” he said to his listeners while awaiting Gingrich’s call. (Listen to the broadcast here)
The Gingrich campaign recorded the video here.
Liberals are already taking notice on Twitter. “Found the guy Gingrich referenced in his speech.” . tweeted user @BobbyBigWheel, “Yeah, just a bit racist.”
