Rob Parker Apologizes for Robert Griffin III "Cornball Brother" Rant >>Hollywood

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Rob Parker Apologizes for Robert Griffin III "Cornball Brother" Rant Dec 19th 2012, 21:24 Still on suspension by ESPN, Rob Parker has offered a public apology for the race-based rant he went on last week against Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III. On First Take, the reporter referred to Griffin as a "cornball brother" and said he's a pretend African-American, partly because the rookie is married to a white woman. Rob Parker Robert Griffin III Rant "I blew it and I'm sincerely sorry," Parker Tweeted today. "I completely understand how the issue of race in sports is a sensitive one and needs to be handled with great care." Parker continued: "This past Thursday I failed to do that. I believe the intended topic is a worthy one. Robert's thoughts about being an African-American quarterback and the impact of his phenomenal success have been discussed in other media outlets, as well as among sports fans, particularly those in the African-American community. "The failure was in how I chose to discuss it on First Take, and in doing so, turned a productive conversation into a negative one." Parker said he's contacting the player's agent in hopes to talk to Griffin and "will take the time to consider how I can continue to tackle difficult, important topics in a much more thoughtful manner." Is this enough? Should ESPN end Parker's suspension? Or should ESPN fire the journalist?   Yes, he crossed a major line!No, I believe his apology! View Poll »

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