Top staffers on Mark Robinson campaign quit after reports of offensive remarks

Departures from campaign for North Carolina governor include senior adviser and campaign manager

Several top employees on Mark Robinson's campaign to become North Carolina's next governor have quit their posts after a media report found compelling evidence that the Republican candidate previously described himself as a black Nazi, spoke favorably of reinstating slavery and shared other disturbing thoughts on a porn message forum.

The departures announced on Sunday include the campaign's senior adviser, campaign manager and finance director, among others.

I appreciate the efforts of these team members who have made the difficult choice to step away from the campaign, and I wish them well in their future endeavors," Robinson said in a news release.