Did the GOP get Michael "Stepin Fetchit" Steele from rent-a-negro.com?

John Cook and the fine folks over at Gawker have come across pictures of GOP Chairman Michael "Stepin Fetchit" Steele posing for pictures with some of his interns, after viewing the photos I came to a realization, Steele is not a real person, but may in fact be an actor that the GOP hired from rent-a-negro.com. Steele, who even President Obama has ridiculed for his regular use of ebonics, consistently plays a role that reinforces the stereotypical coonery that many Republicans associate with being Black.


Until now I thought rent-a-negro.com was a satirical website but after witnessing Steele and re-reading the website's "about" section I have my doubts:

rent-a-negro.com serves today's changing nations by allowing you the chance to promote your connection with a creative, articulate, friendly, attractive, and pleasing African American person. This service comes without the commitment of learning about racism, challenging your own white privilege, or being labeled "radical." In fact, rent-a-negro.com allows you to use your money and status to your advantage! In addition, your dollars go to support the African American community...

Any day now I expect the GOP to post a testimonial thanking rent-a-negro.com for Michael Steele. As Black man I just cannot take this fool seriously.