Controversy Erupts as North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson’s Inflammatory Posts Surface
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Remove of Offensive Comments from Adult Platform
In a rapidly unfolding controversy, inflammatory messages attributed to North Carolina’s Lieutenant Governor, Mark Robinson, were deleted from the adult website Nude Africa following a recent investigation. The content, which starkly contrasts Robinson’s public persona as a socially conservative Republican, came to light in a report that aired earlier this week.
Uncertainty Around the Deletions
The circumstances regarding the removal of Robinson’s posts remain ambiguous. It is not clear whether the decision was made by Robinson himself or the administration of Nude Africa. As late as Thursday, inquiries from news sources went unanswered by both the Robinson campaign and the website in question.
Denial of Involvement in the Posts
Robinson has refuted claims that he authored the comments, which were posted between the years 2008 and 2012—well before his political emergence. Defying the narrative, he professed that these statements oppose his well-known stance on various social issues, including abortion and transgender rights.
Identifying the User Behind the Comments
Links between Robinson and the posts surfaced through user identification efforts, revealing his full name and consistent email address, which he has used extensively throughout many online platforms. The inflammatory comments, made under the username “minisoldr,” include provocative opinions related to race, gender, and social policies.
Racial Comments and Political Ramifications
The posts reportedly included remarks in which Robinson labeled himself a “black NAZI,” as well as assertions supporting the reinstatement of slavery. In stark contrast to his current political campaign, he did not shy away from detailing an unexpected appreciation for transgender content, despite his public opposition to transgender rights.
Political Pressure Mounts
The revelations have intensified pressure on Robinson to withdraw from the governor’s race against Democrat Josh Stein. The cutoff for his ballot withdrawal passed on Thursday without any action from Robinson, just as the first absentee ballots were scheduled for distribution on Friday.
Campaign Ties to National Figures
The North Carolina gubernatorial race is drawing national attention, largely due to endorsements from high-profile politicians including former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris. Both campaigns have been active in linking their opponents to Robinson during this highly contentious election period.
Responses from Political Camp
While the Harris campaign has actively connected Trump to Robinson, Trump’s campaign has refrained from commenting on whether Robinson should remain in the race. Spokeswoman Karoline Leavitt emphasized their focus on the presidential election during a recent statement, opting not to engage directly with the controversy.
Former President’s Endorsement
Trump has previously endorsed Robinson, referring to him in earlier rallies as a remarkable figure in the political arena. As the gubernatorial race heats up, the implications of Robinson’s past comments on his candidacy remain to be fully realized in the lead-up to the election.
