Global Post: Paul Ames.
BRUSSELS, Belgium — The appointment of Italy’s first black cabinet minister was a cause for celebration for anti-racism campaigners in Europe.
Their joy was cut short by reactions to Congo-born Cecile Kyenge taking office.
“This is a bonga bonga government,” said Mario Borghezio, a member of the European Parliament representing Italy’s Northern League party. “It seems to me she’d be a great housekeeper, but not a government minister.”
Borghezio’s comments were widely condemned within Italy and across Europe.
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