Republicans: Rand Who? Rep.Clyburn appalled by Rand Paul's Civil Rights Act comments

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REPUBLICANS PRESSED ON REACTIONS TO RAND PAUL....

When a Republican nominee for the U.S. Senate publicly announces his opposition to the Civil Rights Act of 1964, it's not unreasonable to think news outlets might ask other Republicans for their thoughts on the matter.

Sen. Jim DeMint (R-S.C.), who played a prominent role in boosting Rand Paul's (R) candidacy in Kentucky, was initially reluctant to talk about the matter this morning. But pressed by ThinkProgress, DeMint said he supports the Civil Rights Act, adding, "I'm going to talk to Rand about his positions."

That's not exactly a bold denunciation, but other GOP leaders preferred an even vaguer approach.

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Rand Who?

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Sen. Cornyn no comments Brian Beutler about Rand Paul's take on the Civil Rights Act.

Meanwhile Kentucky Rep. John Yarmouth (D) says Paul has "embarrassed Kentuckians in the eyes of the world."

Late Update: Wow, now DeMint's a no comment, and Cantor too.

Later Update: Mitch McConnell is "glad to hear Dr. Paul supports (the Civil Rights Act) as well."

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Clyburn 'Absolutely Appalled' By Paul's Civil Rights Act Criticism

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"I was absolutely appalled," Clyburn said.

"I could not believe that he was holding his victory party in a private members-only club where the vast majority of the people who just finished voting for him would not even be welcome," Clyburn said. "I couldn't believe that."

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