Did West's reponse to Schultz hurt him?

Aarradin commented on SisterToldjah that Congressman West's remarks to Congressman Schultz, "I think he hurt himself here&hellip. By denouncing her with personal attacks, especially since he didn’t bother to back up his words with the specifics that justify them, he’s lowered himself to her level."

Doubt that he hurt himself in any way politically, as far as speaking to his base, but I agree about specifics. I think a little of that would have gone a long way to enhance and justify his indignation.