Agreed. It’s just so dumb there is no conceivable way to try and defend him.
Why do some conservative candidates get so sidetracked instead of focusing on the issues that most conservatives care about?
Reminds me of the time that Agriculture Secretary (Watts?) had to go because he was heard to say: “All black people want is loose shoes, a tight pxxxy, and a warm place to shxx.” My husband laughed, said, “Hey, I can go with that program.” Didn’t save the Secretary though.