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Georgia lawmaker apologizes after Blackface photo goes viral

State Representative Kasey Carpenter issues a public apology after an old photo of him in blackface resurfaces online. Carpenter explains that he dressed as Kanye West for a party over a decade ago and expresses regret to anyone who was offended by the costume. The lawmaker emphasized he never intended to hurt anyone’s feelings, but some critics say an apology may not be enough.
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