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Extra, Extra, Michael Richards Does Letterman Tonight
- Just like the old days, tonight on the Late Show with David Letterman, Kramer will burst into Jerry Seinfeld's spotlight and apologize for his racist remarks. Word is Richards doesn't apologize any better than he delivers stand-up. Kyle Doss and the other African Americans who were at the Laugh Factory show on Friday probably won't be satisfied - Defamer
- UPDATE: CBS News has posted a clip of the interview on their site (far right) where Richards declares, somewhat angrily, "I am not a racist!" - CBS News
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