Cindy McCain: Being Black Same as Being Irish

In an interview with Good Housekeeping, Cindy McCain says race is not a factor in the election, which means that either she's dim or out of touch. I guess when you live in a palace you sort of miss out on reality. But you'd think she would've seen the racist sign waving at McCain Palin's rallies. Really, how could she say such a thing? 

RE: Spoken like a true parent. OK, changing gears: Do you think that this election has changed how we think about race? And if you do, how?
CM: I don't think it's changed how Americans think of race, no. I think it's a phenomenal age of politics because there are many firsts in this race. But I don't think it has changed — nor should it change — the way people look at race. I think Americans are good-hearted, open-minded people and race doesn't enter into this — at all. I believe in the great spirit and intelligence of Americans.
RE: You think that race is not a factor in the presidential race at all?
CM: No, I really don't believe it is. Yes, you know, Mr. Obama is an African-American man and yes, we're Irish. And isn't that wonderful? It's a wonderful thing for America. So I really don't think race plays a part.

Good Housekeeping also interviews Michelle Obama.