http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx(From Al Roker) I cannot tell you how many people have asked me about my thoughts on Don Imus. As a student of broadcasting, I know Don Imus was one of the original “shock jocks.” I listened to him growing up in New York City in the late 60’s anden-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117034Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:39:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117034DawnMr. Roker: Without a doubt, Mr. Imus' comments were offensive. However, when I hear Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton speak, it makes me just as furious to know that these two men are considered the leaders and voices of the black community. Mr. Jackson, when running for President of the U.S., refused to shake my hand (I am white) when I was in a line of black leaders from Milwaukee. He is a racist beyond compare and has no right to condemn the actions of others until he comes to terms with his own racism. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117035Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:39:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117035Joe Shmoe, Seattle, WashWhy is this so much worse than other things said by radio personalities? Who chose this line?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117036Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:39:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117036Barney Fife, Mayberry, NCGive Imus a break.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117037Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:39:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117037Pam E Washington DCWhere is the outrage at the scores of other entertainers who use similar, and worse, language repeatedly as part of their 'acts'. What about black rappers who make millions off denigrating women and minorities. When there is an equal outrage and backlash against them, I will support the outrage over Don Imus's stupid and hateful remarks. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117038Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:40:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117038Sam Ruby Ashland, MAIt was clear Al was not himself during the broadcast this mornging...now I know why. While I do not support what Imus said, I wish there was some discussion among the panel (Sharpton, et al.) as to why African-Americans can apparently use such language in their music, movies, and "contexts of comedy", but for Don Imus it is wrong. Either demand the removal of all such comments/speakers from the media, or simply leave it to the audience and sponsors to decide what is right. Of course there is always satellite radio...http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117039Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:40:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117039Don Lichterman, Clearwater, FloridaAl, I agree with all of your points (Imus should be fired), however Mr. Sharpton, for his part, has made several anti-semetic remarks. He is still on the air and should be removed immediately also. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117042Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:40:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117042doug andersonAl, should Rev. Sharpton resign from public life due to some of his past statements? When you say 'yes' to him I'll take notice of your comments regarding Imus. thank you.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117076Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:42:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117076Carrie David, Pineville, LouisianaAren't Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson REVERANDS. Don't they understand FORGIVENESS. Don't we live in a country where we have FREE SPEECH. It was wrong but get with it. How many times does someone have to say they are sorry?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117077Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:42:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117077Marie WoodrumThank you Al for your thoughts. Even though I never heard his radio show, I am not impressed with that kind of "humor". Its cruel and just plain destructive. No one, no matter their skin color, ethnic background, religious affiliation, should ever be demoralized such as he did. We are all children in God's eyes. I don't understand why the shock jocks survive, there must be enough dumb people who listen to them to keep the ratings going. Other shock jocks are as disgusting if not more so and they also should be removed from the air waves. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117081Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:43:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117081Lucinda Collin, Manlius, NYI cannot tell you how many times I have turned off Imus, mostly for comments made by his producer, Bernard, that were so unbelievably mean, and that Imus either kept going with or did nothing to stop. I did like watching the commentators and news spots. However, I totally agree with you. Enough is enough.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117082Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:43:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117082Amy Land, Houston, TexasPersonally, I don't think it was a racial comment. I am a Caucasion female and feel very offended by Don Imus' comments because they were sexist!! I don't think it is right to call any female a "hoe," whether she be black or white. He should be apologizing to the entire female race, not just the black race. The fact that no one is recognizing this fact is just as offensive. Would Imus' comments be getting this much attention had it been an all white female basketball team??http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117084Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:43:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117084Lynne, New York, NYI agree completely with Al Roker's comments. If Don Imus is a good person he should resign. When you start calling children whores (the Rutgers team is over 18, but they are still kids).....there is no going back. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117085Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:43:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117085Therese DaweThe comment was inexcusable that is true, but if Don Imus is fired I hope no one will ever attend a Chris Rock show or a Dave Chapelle show. They both denegrate "white folks" regularly in their acts. Racism swings both ways. I do believe that Imus should be punished, but it's as though all the sins of all the racists in the past are now being hung on this man. It's an interesting witch hunt feeding a hungrey pack. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117160Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117160Barbara Bell, Colulmbus. GAI, for one do not think that firing Don Imus is the right thing to do. Others have said derogatory things about whites and jews and are still out there doing their thing. Mr. Imus does go over the top many times, about blacks, whites, and obese people. I think you and a lot of other people need to look at the whole picture and not just one mistake.... I listen to him about every day for a few minutes and think about how he gets away with some of the things he says, but it is obvious to me that it is all for show...http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117161Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117161Eric Winkler, Merrimack, NHso others can hide under a crutch of rehab for their statements and are given a pass but Imus cannot get an apology accepted by Mr Roker? Could it be that Imus has ridiculed Big Al a few times and Big Al has an agenda towards Imus? Suspension, yes. Firing no.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117162Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117162Richard DayWith all due respect, I disagree. While Imus's comment cannot be excused a proportional response is is the best response. A two-week suspension is not nothing. On the other hand, as Imus reworks his show after the suspension, part of that new show ought to include a couple of new backup players. Particularly, Bernard McGurk consistently offers racist takes on various situations that provide safe haven for listeners who may well harbor unsavory attitudes. In addition, the show is better with Sid Rosenberg off the show. I find no coincidence that Sid was on the phone when the event occurred. Serve the suspension, keep Chuck, fire Bernie, ban Rosenberg - forever this time, and add more black voices. Then, time will tell. But the show should not change what it tries to do. Imus should continue to holler tripe wherever tripe is served.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117164Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117164Anne, Alexandria, VirginiaAl, Sorry the crime doesn't fit the punishment you are asking for. Imus was wrong, he knows he was wrong, he has apologized and been humiliated. What is important it to see if he can keep his word and change his ways as he has promised. MSNBC and CBS are obligated to see that he does. That way this turns into a win situation. We all continue to benefit from all the good he has done (raising money for wonderful causes, making people aware of autism, the danger from toxic chemicals,holding our politicians accountable,etc.) and we get a radio show that is more informative than cruel. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117165Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:13 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117165cindy feldmanHey Al...If you don't like Imus, then watch/listen to something else...Who appointed you, and the likes of Rev Al and Jesse Jackson as the "deciders" of what is racist. You, and those who think like you, allow a double standard( one for whites and the other for blcks) of racial remarks all the time...and that's what I find disgusting..why not work towards solving that problem....http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117166Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117166Justin, Rockville, MDAl, I am sad to have to read your comments. While Imus was wrong in what he said, that is his job to speak his opinion. This is America. If the people of America don't want to listen then THEY can choose not to. You, Al Sharpton, NAACP, or anyone else should not be somehow be better than the rest of Americahttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117167Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:48:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117167Joey, Seattle, WAI don't understand what everybody's problem is. Racism is all over television! If we are going to say that anyone is to be fired for saying what thy mean, then what type of society would we live in? What's the point of having free speech if we can't even use it? First off, being a minority myself, if I were to get up and protest everytime someone made a comment about me, I would never get anything done! I would never sleep, eat, work again because it is just something I have to live with. People are going to say their peace and they have the right to do that and you have the right to repsond whether or not you like it. But dont tell me that they need to be fired, because that is rediculous. There are much better things to worry about in life than what some old white guy said over the air. We have a lot more important and pressing issues that deserve our attention like the fact that we have over 3,000 Americans dead from the war in Iraq. Did everyone forget about that? Or that we have over 400,000 people in the United States who have Multiple Sclerosis, a severly disabling disease that affects the brain and spinal chord. So lets just move on with our lives and spend our time and energy on something that actually matters, like saving American lifes. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117435Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117435Hope Dupree, Rochester, New YorkDon Imus should not be excused for what he said and neither should anyone else regardless of race, color or gender. Every person who has ever use such racial language made a conscious decision to do so. This type of behavior is unacceptable for our children but acceptable for adults. What a contradictory world we live in.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117438Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117438Laini K. Marshall, Richmond, VAI am appalled at the reaction of some people and I totally agree with Rev. Al Sharpton in that Imus should be fired. What he said was mean-spirited, hateful, and blatantly racist. While I do no condone racism by/from any race of people, we should not skirt the issue at hand. We are dealing with Mr. Imus and his comments, which were uncalled for and again racist. I hope that those who are trying to turn this back on Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton remember that. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117439Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117439JohnI am offended by Imus's comments. I live in Matawan NJ where this team has become a group of local heroes. I am upset that someone from the media once again is trying to diminish a great accomplishment. That being said, who picks up the slack if Imus's charitable pursuits if he is fired?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117442Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117442Elizabeth Salim, Richmond, VirginiaI am a fan of neither Imus or Sharpton. However, why attack Imus unless you're also going to attack the originators of the phrase? Why are rappers making millions saying far worse things? Why aren't Sharpton, Jackson, and numerous others who are mortified by his comment not crusading against rap "music"? The music that coined the phrase is degrading our whole society, starting with kids. Yet, no one wants to "censor" the ones who really need it. Yes, he degraded women in general and black women in particular, but that is done freely on our airwaves every day by the same race that's up in arms over Imus. Does this make sense? Having said that, I need to say that I don't care for Imus or his show. I've never been able to stand even a few minutes of it. It should be taken off the air. Sharpton,Jackson and protestors should take a good long look at their hypocrisy and now go after the real offenders. Clean up the airwaves across the board.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117443Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117443G.W., San Francisco, CASo I guess we have given up on giving chances in America. Take Imus and turn him around and you have an example of how people can change. Fire him and he is gone - and to what end? Isn't the ability to make changes in one's own life and to help others change more beneficial in the long run? Firing Imus wastes an opportunity for Sharpton to "rehabilitate" Imus. Of course, that is harder to do, it is easy to fire someone and move on, real race relations take work.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117444Tue, 10 Apr 2007 12:59:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117444Thea, DelawareThank Al Roker for your comments - I totally agree Imus must go! Last week I was so proud of the Rutgers team - I followed them through the entire season and to see their accomplishment of reaching the finals of the NCAA be turned in to this circus is sad. Not only is the Rutgers team losing in this name calling - who remembers who won the finals? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117510Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:34 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117510Pepper's DadYou're just as big a hypocrite as Ron Allen. Both of you have profited from Imus, one way or another. When did you exactly sign your conscience over to Sharpton, by the way? Talk about strange bedfellows.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117511Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117511SP, Princeton, NYNCAA should withhold college basketball games from CBS if Imus is not fired by CBS Radio.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117513Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117513V.OlivaMr Roker, I have heard so many worse statements than what was said by the idiotic Don Imus. Mr's Farrakan, Jackson, Sharpton et al have made many racist remarks without being called to task. Until you can assure me that the ultra offensive N word and multiple demeaning references to Ho's and the like are eliminated from the airwaves, rappers and gang bangers, I suggest you stop passing selective judgement on Don Imus. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117514Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:41 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117514Dennis, Manchester, NHHey whats happened Al. You admit to listening to him in the late 60's and early 70's. Was he any less offensive then?? I don't think so, it is just more politically correct to stand up against such talk. I do not agree with his diatribes but PLEASE if I demanded an apology and asked for people to be fired every time an african american "leader" said something that offended me, we would exand the unemployment lines greatly. It is either wrong for everyone or everyone has free speech. You can't cut it any other way. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117515Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117515Joe, Rhode IslandImus made a mistake and needs to be punished, not executed. The "Reverends" need to be as compassionate with him as they want him to be. Again, this is a case of it's ok for the black folks to disprespect black folks but it's not ok for the white guy to do it. Be consistent. If it's bad for him it's bad for all of the other comedians an the rappers and hip hop gangstas. One guy as an example is not enough. I am really tired of all of this politically correctness. If these kids continue to hold up Dennis Rodman as a role model, what do you expect people to think? Bill Cosby has it right, you must respect yourself first.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117516Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117516Steven Polesovsky Nyack, NYHopefully good will come from all this, that is the end of the media based double standard allowing the black community to demean themselves and any one else but god forbid a non-black making any such statement. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117517Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117517Jeff GLook I don't mind Imus calling attention to how rough they look and to be honest they did look very rough!! All he had to say was wow those chics from the Rutgers basketball team looked rough last night!!! Then that would've been cool!!! Once he said the words Nappy-headed hoes (which as an african American male knows is disrespectful to say to or about black females) he stepped over the line! Now should he be fired no all can be forgiven in due time but a two suspension will at least give him some time for him to say hey you speaking to millions and millions of viewers everyday make sure you be careful with your language!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117518Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117518cathy husni, LebanonI agree with you Al. I think it is high time that radio personalities take responsibility for their actions regardless of what their skin color is. Imus slammed a group of young women who excelled in their sport and who should have only enjoyed praise, not insults from someone like Imus. Unfortunately, you are right. Imus will get rehired and we will go on as if nothing happened but at least there are some who took the time to speak out against such vile comments. Furthermore, I do not think you can compare these comments with rap music. While I don't favor rap music and its use of language and violence, I don't think it is on the same level as the insults that Imus tossed out and then stoically said he would take his two week suspension with dignity. He should have thought about using some form of dignity before he opened his mouth and uttered such trash. Thanks Al. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117519Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:02:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117519Marie, Chapel Hill, North CarolinaTo Pam in Washington, in reply to your comment, yes it is despicable what rappers and other entertainers do. However the women doing those things a degrading themselves. If women would not accept that treatment then it would not happen. However the issue with Imus is that he attacked black women that have not done anything to place themselves in a degrading position. These women actually reached an achievement rarely seen by any collegiate team. Then to call this comedy? That is not comedy, who's laughing. If you are then you are just as bad as any racist.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117618Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:14 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117618Dan, Oak Ridge, TNIt's really too bad that those who do not know Don Imus and his drypan delivery of straight-forward commentary take his remarks so personal. Imus is an equal opportunity offender (in fun) of all races and ethnic backgrounds and never misses a good humor chance to poke fun. Leave it to a racial zealot, Al Sharpton and the like, to use Imus' now unfortunate remarks to characterize all that's wrong with the poor, self-pitying, and perpetually downtrodden people that follow him. Don Imus and his personal generosity have done more to help many truly unfortunate people in our country than Al Sharpton's rhetoric ever will. I can appreciate the political position MSNBC is in but, I'll remain a fan and hope that the network can Cowboy Up one for Don and his team. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117620Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117620Jane D.Baloney! Every TV has a channel selector. If you don't like it, turn it off! When people ban rap music and some of the other daily racist black comedy, it will make more sense. It's all right to lampoon the whites but God help you if Al Sharpen finds you offensive. I'm truly sorry for the young girls on the Rutgers team - and I don't think they should have been treated like that - but an apology has been repeatedly given and should be accepted. Let's learn from it and move on!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117623Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117623Bland, St. Petersburg, FloridaAl, Would it not be better to see if Don Imus can change? Would that not do more to heal than for him to be fired and run off to another network? We must all work together. So much has changed in my long life time. And most is good. Lets hope, good comes of this.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117624Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117624Jo Mandl, Stanton, NebraskaI agree that Imus' remarks were uncalled for, but leaving Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton to speak for the black community is outrageous. They continue to fuel the racism issue. The black community can degrade the white race with name calling and you don't hear the outrage on public radio or TV. The blacks, themselves, use the "N" word describing others in their race...where is the outrage there? Seems like double standards!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117625Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117625Tom WrightGive me a break Al. Lets get anyone who has ever uttered a racist comment (no excuse for any racist comment from anyone) off the air and out of office. We would have enough programming for one maybe two networks and the halls of our legislatures would be almost empty. At least we'll be rid of the Pat Robertson's and Al Sharpton's of the world. I'm sticking with Imus and believe he is genuinely sorry for his idiotic comments. I'm glad I listened to Imus's show as well as his appearance on Sharpton. Otherwise I would have no idea that most of the news media accounts were inaccurate with the context of some of the comments they quoted.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117626Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117626Lisa, Charlotte, NCWow. The comments here are surprising. I find it hard to believe that so many commenters are okay with what he said, and think that it is acceptable to talk this way on the airwaves. Then, to do his "apology" while blaming rap music, etc. for creating the terms he used! His "I didn't create the words" argument doesn't fly. Let alone his "I don't feel nearly as bad as those Rutgers girls" quote. Ridiculous. Those women have nothing to feel bad about! Imus is hardly relevant to anyone under 50-- the students at Rutgers (my alma mater) have most likely never even heard of him. I do think he needs to be fired and I think to more we let these kinds of racist remarks go on the air with no repurcussions, the worse we make the climate of tolerance in America. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117633Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:50 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117633Kate RiversWhile most agree the comment by Don Imus was insensative and certainly "out of line", I have heard no mention of the "what ifs".....What if this had been said by Eddie Murphy or Chris Rock in an episode of Saturday Night live? What if this had been said by one of the Black/African American/Negro (I am constantly unsure of which is appropriate and timely) players on the men's Rutgers team? Because I participate in a sport/hobby that has it's fair share of blacks and have many friends in that sport, I have heard them call each other names that would have really far reaching consequenses had they been said by a white/caucasian/honky. Not approprate, yes, worth all this????? Certainly NOT!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117636Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117636Beth, Dover, NJAl you're kidding right? As a woman, I have to put up with all kinds of sexist remarks. I'm certain that you have not made any of these remarks yourself, right Al? Why does sexism and racism only go one way? Imus did make a very stupid remark and he should be suspended. He should do the time reflecting and I think he will, but firing him is not called for.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117637Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:06:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117637Heated, Washington DCRacism is the social subjigation of all non-whites in every area of human relation, race,war,sex,politics etc.. No black person can ever be considerred a racist. We react out of what has been done to our race for over 400 years. If white people were treated as blacks are and were would you call yourself a racist if you didnt like someone who has continuesly killed, rapped, lynched, sold, exploited your people..huh,huh.. Stop with all this reverse racism crap, and step in the shoes of a Black man for a year,a day even an hour and see how it feels in this country whiteman...http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117639Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:07:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117639Dana, Placerville, CAI do not understand why it is okay for blacks to make racial comments, but for whites it is wrong? I am not saying it is okay for anyone to make racial comments, but I believe that "everyone" regardless of race should be held accountable. Maybe whites should start taking a stand against the racist comments and attitudes against us!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#117642Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:07:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:117642SFC(ret) U.S.ARMY Oscar L. King, SR Macon, GA 31210 Al I agree. Imus Must Go. Plain and simple. There is no excuse. He interviews Congressmen/ women; His status is above a "SHOCK JOCK". When will America Get beyond BIGGATRY. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118259Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118259Ted BachI think you can drop the "Otherwise ,it just looks like " from you last sentence Al. Profits and ratings rule over decency and justice, period. TV and Radio is loaded with insults,profanity and other verbal assaults passed off as commentary and humor.You want to make am example of Imus, fine.Just take a look at the rest of the house while your at it.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118260Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118260MJI believe that Mr Imus needs to go, if this would have happend at any work place in the USA he would have been fired. I also think that it is time for the black comunity to look at themselves and consider what they are doing through their music and movies and also how they treat their women.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118262Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118262joe, mesa, azAmerica needs to wake up, this political correctness and selective astonishment needs to go. I'm sorry but white people every where say what imus said, black people everywhere say it too. just because the guy isn't in his teens or twenties dosen't make it wrong that he said it. Shock jock? what's so shocking about what he said is that he knows a phrase popular with the youth of today. Dosen't howard stern say much worse about african americans? And as far as Al sharpton and jesse jackson, they are throw backs to time when america was in a much worse state then it's in now as far as racisim and why anyone thinks the two of them are still relivent is beyond me. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118263Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118263JC, Cheshire, CTIt is time for Don Imus to leave broadcasting. How would you feel if he had said those things about your daughter, sister, niece or friend? The time for apologies and excuses is past. JChttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118264Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118264TJ, Baton Rouge, LASorry Al, but you got this one all wrong. It's just as unethical to single Imus out as the "un-flavor of the day" as is his verbal assaults. You, like everyone else, are just piling on. Where were you w/ "Hymie Town"?? Just another opportunist.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118265Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118265terrence, Kansas City, MOAl, I found Don Imus's comments about the entire subject appalling. I interpret this as another situation where Don pushed the limits of human decency in an attempt to push his point of humor beyond when he is generally a funny man. Should he be removed from MSNBC, yes. Should he be removed from Radio, no. This is no different than many of the other shock jock and lyrics found produced by other minority groups. All groups, ethnic and religious need to stand up against this degrading of another when one cannot be humorous. So you stick out against a belief or persona. Rev.’s Jackson and Sharpton are using this to capitalize on their own personal agendas. I wish they would pick up the same zeal when songs, movies or articles in ethnic based journals come out. Would they or you be so vocal if the comment stopped the derogatory comment about women? Let’s learn from this and stomp out racial, ethnic and religious mockery all together.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118266Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118266Jerome Ruby, Orlando, FLAl should take a hard look at Sharpton and Jackson, before he starts throwing stones at Imus. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118267Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118267Keith, San Dimas, CAIt is hard to believe that people want to fire someone who has done so much good and are so unwilling to fogive a stupid comment when done on a live show that broadcasts over 1000 hours a year for many years. No one ever makes a mistake? These politically correct pundits make me sick. If everyone could do 1% of the good work that Mr. Imus has done over the years this county would be a much better place to live.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118268Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:29:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118268jane--detroitIMUS HAS BEEN ON RADIO FOR *YEARS* SO HE SHOULD KNOW BETTER. FIRE HIM!!!!!!!!!! Humor is all too often used as a vehicle for expressing racial prejudices. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118497Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118497Nikki, Detroit , MichiganOkay, I am totally offended by alot of the comments that were made. How in the hell can anyone believe that Imus has been "humiliated" or somehow that Sharpton and Jackson feel as though"they are better than the rest of America" and especially w/ all the comments of rap and gangsta music, and comparing to what this man has said! The REAL point of this situation is who is he to call anybody a nappy-headed hoe! Who gave him the right to disrespect any woman. especially a black woman. I don't care what other people say in there music, or what Jackson and Sharpton has said in the past or done, trhe point if the matter we are talking about today! he was wrong, if a black man went around and said on his radio show, that white women smell like wet dogs when the sweat on the court, I guarntee you all of these comments would be quite different. He was talking about women who play hard, and deserves so much more respect than wwhat was handed to them. We have also forgot about these victims, because it ws actuall said about the basketball team. It is not always about other things. Such as music, free speach, and whatever else excuses you people would like to use.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118498Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118498SherriI agree with the comments that were written by Jo Mandl, Stanton, Nebraska on April 10. Also I wanted to bring up what Mayor Nagan had said about New Orleans being a "chocolate city again." That is racism and shouldn't be tolerated.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118500Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118500Vernessa Bradford, Slidell, LAJackson and Sharpton do not, I repeat, DO NOT speak for many of us in the black community. I find them, Limbaugh, Hannity and a few others not worthy of listening. It is too bad media gives them voice. And, Imus and his sidekick went too far. They need to go.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118501Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118501Pat Thomas, Baltimore, MD.Al - I strongly disagree with you. Don Imus is a decent person who made a stupid remark - I'm sure in your lifetime you probably have done some things that you are not proud of - why not let him try to rehabilitate his image and perhaps something good can come out of this mess. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118502Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118502Nollie MorrisI have to say that I completely agree. Don Imus is racist no matter how good a person he says he is. He watched the same basketball game that I did and instead of seeing a talented group of athletes who happen to be women and largely black, he saw a chance to make a joke at their expense. It just isn't funny. In fact, it is offensive to me and I am a white female. His words this morning just dug his hole deeper because he is still up on his own pedestal and he's only willing to come down a notch to acknowledge enough to hopefully get out of trouble. He thinks so much of himself that he thinks it will just pass over. He needs to get down off his pedestal and live among the rest of the world. There are very few people who would find his comments funny and they are racist as well. I can't understand how his wife can live with a man who would call any woman a "HO" for laughs. I found him uninteresting the few times I tuned in and now I find him disgusting no matter how much money he puts into a cancer camp. We need some spring cleaning in America.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118505Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:36:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118505JackieI grew up listening to "Imus in the Morning" and don't believe he should be "fired", but I do believe it is time for him to begin thinking about retirement. Al Sharpton has been an aggravating thorn for many years and it's time for him to retire as well.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118687Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118687fan of Al's, MissBiting humor, sexist remarks, racism, intolerance of any kind... turn the channel people, just turn the channel.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118688Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118688Reto, Malibu, CaliforniaHe might be the biggest jerk we've ever heard of, but he still has freedom of speech. Who yoiu like and dislike is your own opinion and we are all entitled to one. We need to stop stuffing our own race, gender, sexual orientation etc. down each others throats. If you don't like your mother-in-law and i don't like my brother's best friend--that is your opinion and right. People need to stop making us all try and like everyone because IT'S NEVER GOING TO HAPPEN.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118689Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118689Earl Columbia, SCYou know feedom of speech is a wonderful thing. Too bad we can not use it. We will offend someone, somewhere, somehow if the "correct" phrase is not used. Maybe I am too old and too set in my ways, but I think Imus, Sharpton, Jackson and such are all wrong. I do agree with the person who says there are more than one channel on the TV or radio. Ever try to find something that was good on either? Forget Imus and he goes away. Ratings drop and so does his charitable givings. I am sick and tired of all the stuff(couldn't say the word I wanted, might offend someone). Grow up everyone!!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118690Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118690Bob LeathermanWhen I see you, Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton hold yourselves and other members of the African-American to the same standard(s) you are now hold Don Imus to, then I will give your positions some real credence. But unitl then, you need to accept Imus' apology and help in the healing process, instead of adding fuel to the fire. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118691Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118691Jim, Belmont, MIStick to the weather Al. Imus is a buffoon and his comments unacceptable but to nail him to the cross is way out of proportion to the crime. Clean up th A.A. community and get some respected spokesman other than those hippocrits and liars who go by the name of Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118692Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118692Dim Sum Girl Seattle, WashBlack radio shows are far worse, Stop being hypocrits, no one listens to Imus anyway. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118693Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118693Jennifer, VirginiaAm I the only one who remembers what happened to Doug "The Greaseman" Tracht in Washington, DC in 1999. After making remarks about Lauren Hill the singer in references to James Byrd, who was dragged to death behind a truck, "The Greaseman" was fired in a blink of an eye. Of course he was just a very popular DJ in Washington DC but it sure created a firestorm on the east coast. I guess when you are a national radio personality you can say such things and just get a 2 week suspension. These double standards have got to go and so does Imus.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118694Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118694D.W. Thomas, Columbus, OhioImus deserves all the grief he's getting for his thoughtless comments. As a black american fan of his for many years, I take him at his word when he says he's learned a painful lesson. Don isn't a Klansman or a white supremacist. That being said, it wouldn't bother me if that vile little punk Bernie takes the pipe for this, because I feel his antics are mean-spirited and genuinely racist. Sharpton and Jackson, please... you both give a great example for calling a kettle black. Follow the biblical example of your spiritual leader Jesus, and learn to forgive. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118696Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:41:41 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118696Myrtle, TennesseeI, too, am sick and tired of all the political correctness and hyprocasy from Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson, etc. Both are extortionists and certainly fuel the racial agenda, refusing to let it go. I have many black friends, but who is looking at color-they are my friends and they do not appreciate Sharpton or Jackson to continue to use them for their own poliltical and publicity agendas...these guys need to indeed look at the "racial slurs" coming from everywhere. But, then, America does have freedom of speech, even if it is offensive, right? Do we have this freedom for only one race, or all? Do we have this freedom to exploit others, as Jackson and Sharpton have done to their own race? Give it up, guys! Yes, Imus has consistently made fun of groups of people, no respector, as Mr. Roker has alluded to. Now, it is time for him to go? No, way! We live in America. Not another country where one cannot speak freely. You are stymying freedom of speech. It is not about YOU! It is about our freedoms. Free speech - however ugly it is - is a fundamental human right -- as you guys have expounded. Why the change in this situation? Don't watch Imus' show, as I don't but he has the right to say whatever he wants -- even if it is ugly. I don't see Mr. Jackson or Sharpton doing the good things that Imus does with sick kids? These guys are all about THEMSELVES -- they appear to be angry that they are black. Justleave the heck alone and your own prejudices to yourself, where they belong. But, then you have the freedom to express yourself, too, don't you? God bless America! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118822Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118822Dilibon KojakDon Who? Don Imus who in the Hell is this person? I have never listened to him. From memory, I have seen this face before while switching channels but I have never pay attention to this show! Lol! I strongly believe that his statements are wrong, but Blacks leaders must level the plain field to discourage this kind of language from anyone - Blacks (or African Americans) and Whites. Otherwise, Blacks in this country must cloth themselves with tougher skin. Don Imus should not be fired!!! He sould be allow to atone to the whole nation, to show his sorrow and for everyone to allow the man to work. We cannot devlop one standard for White men and to close our eyes when Blacks are doing the samthing! by the way who in the great blue world elected Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson as Blacks leaders and sole voices for dissent? Which university has this discipline so I can register "Blacks leaders". They are sometimes so arrogant! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118824Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118824Cheryl Evans, Charlotte, North CarolinaI wholeheartedly agree with Al Roker. Don Imus needs to be fired immediately. His comments are degrading, cruel and racist.Calling women ho's is disgusting, and then to say nappy headed ho's is so absolutely replulsive. Don Imus's apology has just seemed to dig his hole further. There is no sincerity in his apology and he keeps proving over and over that he is ignorant and racist.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118826Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118826LettyTo see this issue as only a racial one is a mistake. As WOMEN, we should not tolerate anyone calling another woman a "ho". This is demeaning to women of every color. Shame on those who did not recognize this. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118827Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118827Rhonda, Philadelphia, PAGood for you Al. Clearly the other commentators are forgetting the fact that Imus' rantings were aimed at college students. Not thugs or street people. Give me a break. At some point enough is enough. Tavis Smiley made a great comment today that if he had called the UCONN women's basketball team something derogatory, PBS would have fired him in 2 hours, no 2 week suspension. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118828Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118828Deannie Connelly, Bradenton, FLJesse Jackson and Al Sharpton have been shaking their fists and yelling at the rain for years - everytime a "white" celebrity does anything that could possibly be constued as racial, they stand on their soap boxes and yell at the top of their lungs? Have you noticed they don't EVER do this when it is not a celebrity? Why is that? Bottom line - Jackson and Sharpton's day of enflaming the masses is over - people have learned to put aside their racial differences more than Jackson and Sharpton have realized. Just who are the racists here anyway? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118829Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118829Cassandra B, Columbus, GABeing a Black American myself, I am offended by the comments made by Imus but I am often offended as well by the lyrics in many black rappers songs that refer to their women as anything other beautiful, strong and intelligent. Yes, we as a people must demand our respect but we must point a finger at ourselves as well, when we do not demand that our own respect us; how can we expect others to respect us. I do agree that the suspension is not enough but we must start with ourselves and then we can put others in check. We must sweep our own back doors first. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118830Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:45:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118830sue, indianapolis, inMaybe he and Howard Stern can team up on Sirius.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118872Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:46:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118872Bob smithImus should not be punished -- instead, he should just have to work those two weeks - and donate his PAYCHECK to the basketball team.. Any parent would see the proper punsihment in this - why does society at large miss it?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118874Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:46:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118874Carol Foley, Louisville, KYDon Imus absolutely needs to lose his job over his comment. There is nothing humorous about what he said. All of those pushing forgiveness or talking about what Sharpton or Jackson or black rappers say are just plain off the mark. America is a racist nation and this is a conversation that needs to take place. Racism is never ok, NEVER.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118877Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:46:59 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118877Jennifer,Lake Wales,Fl.I think this is being blown completely out of proportion!I am a 26 yr. old Caucasian woman and if he called me a dumb blonde he wouldn't get suspended for it nor would it be a big deal.So in my eyes this was not a racial comment but is being made as one.Also, how many comedians are there that make racial comments everyday do you see them getting fired?This man is a comedian.So why is he getting in trouble at all for something that some might consider funny?Is it only okay if someone of the same race says it?I don't think he should get fired or suspension!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118879Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118879Paul, Philadelphia, PAYou know it's bad when I agree with Al Sharpton! I'm white, conservative and I found it offensive. If it were a first offeness you might allow him to apologise but it isn't the first time. how many times are we expected to accept this? Imus' claim that he's been doing this humor for 30 years doesn't cut it. I'm sure in the 1970's Rev Sharpton would have refered to Imus as a "dumb honky," but he's moved on and grew. So have the rest of us. Except for Imus.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118880Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118880Bobbie,Pgh,PaI can't believe that this is something that is still going on. We are trying to teach our children to live in a world of many different colors and religions. And we are also trying to teach our children to forgive for many things going on around us. I don't agree with what was said, He is being punished(maybe not to the full extent that he should),But to lose his job? There are many black people say things that make me shudder to think they are talking about thier own race, and this is to be okay. We are a country who learn from each other. If this is okay with them it is not okay with me.We try to raise are children to treat others equal. My son is white ,trying to play sports Bseball and football. When you here some of the comments that come out of the black childs mouth about deviding the good players from the bad,you know what you see? The whites on one list and the blacks on the other. And this are young boys making these out so either through home or social these kids don't get the message. So how well have we educated our kids? Insteed of Rev. Jackson and Mr. Sharpton trying to pull the plug on someone who has made mistake and is going to pay dearly for it. Thay should like back at the many mistakes they have made in the past that they try to brush under the carpet. When you showed Mr.Imus going into that radio station room how many people does Mr. Sharpton really need in there. A little puplicity for himself wouldn't you say.All in all so sad we are still talking about this http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118884Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118884Dennis Detroit MIIn the 90s there was a song entitled, "There's some hos in this house." It was not particularly offensive because it did not point out who the hos were. If I were to state that there have been some whores in the White House, it would take on an entirely different context if I were to state that Laura, Hillary or Barbara were whores. Don't get me wrong, it is diplorable to refer to women in general as hos or whores, but to identify a person or a group makes it personal. The difference between Imus and the rappers and comedians is that Imus made it personal. He identified a group, the Rutgers women's basketball team. I won't even mention the nappy comment.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118885Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118885chuck mclaughlinGive me a break. He made a mistake, he said something that was offensive yet everyone knows that he was just trying to be funny and he did not believe what he said was in fact true. It was a stupid thing to say and he knows it and he is sorry. Get over it. Just look at what Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton have said and done over the years. If anyone needs to be forgiven it would be them. Any opportunity to get face time for those two.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118889Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:14 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118889Katherine, Ft. Lauderdale, FLMr. Roker ... I couldn't agree with you more. And I'm completely mystified why Bernard McGirk isn't being called to task and held responsible for years of horrendous racist and sexist comments that they pass off as "comedy". If Imus is such a saint re his fundraising and good works, he should get off the public airwaves and devote his life full time to those pursuits. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118891Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118891Andrew, Ann Arbor, MIIn an era where jobs are hard to come by, I am surprised to see so many people want him fired. Granted he should not have said it, it no way is it acceptable. However, in this country we seem to think that we have the right to judge others. We seem to think it is acceptable if someone loses their job, just as long as it is not us. We absolutely have no tolerance in this country, white, black, hispanic, asian, etc. Everyone just hates, everyone. No where else in the world is it like that and therefore onece again, we prove to the world how grossly incompetent we are. We let an elderly man who, as stated above, isnt relevant to anyone under 50, shake the very core of our country as every person is talking about this. We did we give him so much power for someone that isnt really that important? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118892Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118892venessa, birmingham, alFor to long we, as a race (black) have been considered less than, for what ever reason. We are the only race brought to this country not freely of our own will. We have fought from the beginning to earn basic respect. That fight did not stop with emanicipation proclamation, nor the civil rights act, nor desegration. It is utterly ridicalous to hear on any means of communications (radio, televison) the degradition of a people. I for one am very tired of the "apology"; it does not work. Once the statements are out,they cannot be taken back or try to explain your meaning. During a conversation, your statements should be self explanatory. Imus, should be fired without, this delay. MSNBC and CBS two week suspension, is yet another slap in the face. Had he made the statement and one of their executives daughters or granddaugter were members of the team, it would not have taken any length of time to cancel his show. MSNBS and CBS listen, his show is tanted, has been for years, your actions or lack of will have an effect not yet realized by the apparent out of touch executives.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#118893Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:47:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:118893WaltChapelle and Rock and many many others need to go too!!! Equality... equal treatment yes that's the ticket!! Or is there too much 'sensitvity' here???http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119230Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:56:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119230Melvin Bruce Norfolk, VA. Those of you who think what Imus said was ok are wrong, but for the rest of you, I don't understand your suprise at the comment. We as citizens of this country have encouraged this kind of negative behavior for the past 30 yrs. We are responsible for the type relationship that exists between the races in this country today, by condoning behavior and downplaying seriuos situations when the opportunity over the years did present itself, we can't now try and assign the blame to one person. Do we truly believe MSNBC letting Don Imus go would change anything, we simply need to respect each other more for any kind of real change to occur. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119231Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:56:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119231Mike Isaacs Las Cruces New MexicoLet the free market, his bosses, his advertisers and his own conscience decide his fate - I don't want to hear from those who live in glass houses tell me that someone must go just because they feel offended - people make mistakes and in a blink of an eye a lifetime of work is suppose to just get up and walk away... be careful for what you ask for, it may come your time to repent for your lapse in judgement...let the free market do its thing, its always gets the job. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119238Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:56:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119238Mary C. McCarthy, Iowa City, IAAl, Guess everyone one wants to get into this debate so here I am. I listen to IMUS every morning, not so much to hear him but to hear the guests on the program. I heard his comment last week and was upset since I watched the Rutgers game and am a huge fan of Vivian Stringer from her days at the University of Iowa. However, I have neighbors who are black and have heard them say the same thing! There is a basic lack of decorum in our society today and the media reflects that. I don't appreciate some of the humor on IMUS - Bernie and the cardinal skit are just as offensive - however if IMUS goes take Rush, O'Reilly, Hannity, and even Bush because they all offend me on federal airways as well! Mary McCarthy, Iowa City, Iowahttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119239Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:56:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119239Greg, Atlanta, GA 1st lets keep the focus where it belongs its Imus and the Rutgers Basketball team, Sharpton and Jackson are just an excuse that "some" people are using to justify inexcusable behavior. Offensive Rap music is something that someone has to take money and got out and purchase. Let’s delve into reality here; there are things that I can say about my race that other races can't say, well at least not on a nationally syndicated radio show. Not that anyone should be called such vile things but he wasn't talking about some video vixens or groupies he was referring to a talented group of student athletes at very prestigious university they deserve better and he needs to be terminated from his position. As Obama stated yesterday "With a public platform comes trust, Imus betrayed that trust."http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119280Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119280Jeff Johnson, Troy, MIHello - do you ever listen to RAP or HIP-HOP music? This is what is in the culture today. The largest audience for this type of music is white people - you white males primarily. We cannot have it both ways. The idea that we can say this about ourselves but you cannot joke about it is getting very old. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119281Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119281KC Abbott, Des Moines, IowaLisa, if you had understood what Don was saying, both on Rev. Sharpton's and his own show in the last two days, I think I could accept your comments as stated. But your twisting of his words "I don't feel nearly as bad as those Rutgers girls" to imply he was further putting them down is 'ridiculous' to quote you. Listen next time and you might see he means that his words hurt those players far worse than any harsh words being justifiably aimed at him. Then go ahead and throw your stones.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119282Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119282Karen Thompson, Springfield, OHI am a black female, and although I am not a regular listener of Imus' show, I have listened to it before. The thing I hate about this whole situation is that we, as Blacks, always go on a crusade about one thing or another when it is deemed offensive to 'us'. Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton DO NOT represent me, and I do not know how they became the standard in America for what is offensive to Blacks. If the players at Rutgers were offended, let THEM speak for THEMSELVES. If the owners of the radio station want him fired, that is THEIR decision. We as Black America should stop telling White Corporate America how to spend its money, and get back to things that are more important. So what - he called some black women 'nappy headed hoes'. We've been called MUCh worse by far better people! The man made a mistake, has apologized, and is getting a two-week suspension. Reverends, whatever happened to 'turn the other cheek'? If you don't like him, don't listen to him. This is a FREE COUNTRY!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119283Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119283rich levi,kc mowhere did roker write his commentary?hymietown?oh,thats the word jessie jackson used for new york,where imus lives...we live in a country where disc jockeys lose their jobs for jokes and presidents keep theirs by rigging elections.why doesnt sharpton,jackson and roker discuss that?i know imus certainly has over the years...http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119285Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119285Gary Connors-BoeAl, I could not agree more that Imus needs to go. For years he has done an Amos N' Andy style parody of African-Americans using Bernie and others as his shills. The Ray Neggin schtick...the imitation of Rev. Sharpton...Bernie's "man-on-the-street" interviews with indigent persons of color..." It's more than a pattern...its part of the fiber and fabric of Imus' personality. He needs to leave for the sake of the common good and the well-being of this country's spirit of civility and tolerance. Thank you, Al, for your thoughts on this matter.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119286Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119286Paul, FloridaMaybe all the people living in "Hymie-town" would call for the head of Imus - when some of the black racists are fired. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119287Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119287John, Washington DCWell, if Al Roker says its time, then obviously its time...I listen to Imus every morning and for the most part, hes a hateful curmudgeon. However, that is his shtick. I know what I am getting into by tuning, as does every other listener. I watched his apology on Friday and then again on Monday...it was sincere. The man was sincerely humbled. I then listened to the Al Sharpton show and was outraged. That one snipit of Sharpton trying to bait Imus with the "you people" reference....disgusting. Al and Jesse...theres your racists.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119288Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119288ted bramedon imus needed to go along time ago for views and comments he's made on other people in the news and he should stop by howard sterns office and give him a ride on the bus with such greats as "Jimmy the Greek,Mel Gibson,michael richards.Right On Al! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119289Tue, 10 Apr 2007 13:58:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119289Knighthawk, Wilmington MAIf Imus had called Condolezza Rice a "nappy-headed ho" the silence would be deafening!! It not just what you say, but who you say it about! As long as you say nasty things about "nasty" people, its ok! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119548Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:35 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119548Frantz, Boston, MassWhat so many of you people who are defending Imus don't realize is that he's been doing this for decades, before Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson, Chris Rock, Dave Chapelle, and rap music. Mr. Imus is from a culture that regularly spoke of others in a discriminating way. It is true that rap music is crude, but the majority of people who buy the music are white kids. Dave Chapelle and Chris Rock regularly entertain white crowds as well and they laugh at their jokes, although I agree that they are crude. Jesse Jackson was busy getting attacked by dogs and arrested in the South during the Civil Rights Era and Al Sharpton has been a voice for equality for years, although, I too don't agree with everything he says. You people need to realize the context of what Imus said and where he comes from. Al Roker's comments were reflected from his emotions as someone who has been ridiculed for being over weight and being African American. Most of you who think that Imus should get a slap on the wrist instead of being fired have missed the point. It's not a witch hunt, it's what should be done. Imus knows he won't get fired because he has too much clout, even though he knows he should be. If he didn't, he wouldn't have apologized the way he has and on Al Sharpton's show. As a Caribbean American person, I can forgive Imus, but it's up the young ladies at Rutgers to reconcile this personal attack. I wish you all would read a history book and realize the denegration of people is historically and morally wrong and not funny. Stop making excuses and live up to it. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119549Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119549carlinYou are all forgetting the ladies. When you go into politics you know that people are going to talk bad about you. These ladies have nothing to do with politics. They are just a bunch of ladies who love to play a sport. They are not trying to win votes from the people. They should not be called the names that were mentioned by Imus. I am a women who played basketball and I was totally offended by his remarks. He should have been fired. He gets 2 weeks suspension. He will probably go on a vacation. The girls did nothing to deserve this and out of respect to them fire IMUS!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119550Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119550Naomi Anderson, Grand Junction, Tni will be ever so happy when this country which was founded on christianity can stop wearing our feelings on our sleeves but, moreso i will be very happy when we no longer feel that we have to do so because of the way the next person feels about the color of our skin. Mr. Imus was wrong, i am deeply offended by his comments, sure my hair is nappy which is how my God created me, not ashamed of it but, it is not for him to critique. if you can't say something good then don't,just keep silent.on my behalf i have some praying and soul searching to do, until then, apology not accepted.i am thankful we have black leaders out there to speak out for us not only on Mr. Imus but those entertainers who feel they have to degrade their sisters to make a dollar.don't forget rappers your mothers are females too. we have impressionable young minds out there, who are listening to these comments about their heritage, ask yourself what message you want them to have in their minds at the end of the day, when they lay themselves down to sleep, and pray the lord their souls to keep. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119554Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119554Mark, San DiegoWhat happened to Freedom of Speech????? If you dont like it, dont listen to it simple as that.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119556Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119556Irwin in Albany, NYThose who demand Imus' firing are in favor of Thought Police. They show ignorance of the matter and the context in which his statements were made. He routinely calls his own wife "The Green Ho". His crew daily wishes him dead and endlessly ridicules his appearance. Let Sharpton, Jackson, Rock, Chappelle, and the multitude of rappers cease their own racist overtones. Imus is a comedian and should be held to no higher standard than his darker-skinned contemporaries. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119557Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:05:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119557Teresa - TEXASTo me Mr. Imus made a sexist remark - He apology should include all women - not just blacks - I have heard worse comments - people shouldn't judge a person on one comment - I don't think Mr. Imus is a racist - He has done very good work to give back - He should not be taken off the air. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119745Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:10:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119745Kate Roberts, St. Louis, MissouriI think that Imus did a good job of making a public apology immediately, and is truly sorry that his comment was considered racist. As for Al Sharpton and Al Roker, who does they think they are to say that Imus should be fired for an "honest" mistake? I'll bet if we looked in their pasts, they have surely said something that could be construed as demeaning and offensive to some group of people. Thanks for your time, everyone.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119748Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:10:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119748Pam, Alexandria, VAAl- There is a clear double standard- when it's a white guy, you have a problem with it- are you not offended by most of the black rappers and movies such as "Rush Hour". I don't get it. - Pam in Alexandria VA, a 45 year old white woman. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119749Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:10:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119749K ActonSeeing as this is America and we have freedom of speech, seems to me that some of us should use our freedoms and simply change the channel. Imus is insulting to women daily on his show, doesn't matter if they're black, white or green. I choose not to watch or listen - therefore - he did not offend me in the least. Al Sharpton & Jesse Jackson just want face-time on TV...and for some reason...this non-story keeps helping them out.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119750Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:10:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119750Reuben Traynham, Baltimore MarylandI agree whole heartedly with Nikki in Detroit! I could'nt have said it better myself!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119751Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:10:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119751Jim, Lisle, ILPrecedence has been established – the “I-man” must go. How anyone can find his routine childish name calling entertaining is beyond me. With that being said, it’s time we hold everyone to that same standard, whether they are either white or black. If we can’t do that, then how can we possibly hold anyone accountable? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119753Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:11:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119753Leslie N. Miller, Detroit, MIThank You Al Roker for taking a stand for what is right. Don Imus was out of order when he made such demeaming remarks against the young ladies of the Rutgers Basketball team. A two week suspension is not approriate action, it is more like a slap in the face!!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#119754Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:11:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:119754Jose Lopez, Garfield, NJI can't believe how people overreact when Blacks are made fun of. It was an attempt at humor, making fun of their appearance. They did look tough and some hairdos did look nappy. That is not racist. I personally had a problem with the use of the word "ho," which was first uttered by Bernard. But again, they were trying to be funny. Imus was not being racist and is not a racist. If he ends up being fired over this, it will be an outrage. I am hispanic and believe racism is a live and well in the United States, but it was not in this case. Let's hope MSNBC and CBS Radio do not cave in to a mob mentality and fire Imus. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120009Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:18:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120009greg joseph, cincinnati, ohioAre you kidding? People in this country need to stop worring about being so politically correct. Yes, Imus was said and has a history of saying inappropriate things, however you must look at intent when judging his words. Stupidity is no excuse for what he said, but I believe that his intent was not racially motivated. I am amazed at the people calling for his firing. Maybe these people should be reminded of their own mis-spoken words and actions before casting the first stone.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120010Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:18:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120010Don WoodThe trouble in this country is: if you take a position opposite that of Al Sharpton, or Jesse Jackson or the black establishment etc., you are automatically considered racist. Well, I'm not racist, and I think the 'black' position can be far better represented by folks other than Al Sharpton or Jesse Jackson. I'm sick and tired of blacks making racist remarks and then being indignant when whites make them. Give me a break.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120011Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:18:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120011Kevin, Barrington, New HampshireThe ironic thing about all this is that Imus did raise a good point -- some African-Americans use the same terminology when talking about African-American women. A double standard does indeed exist. That does not, however, give Imus an excuse to get away with this with, at best, a slap on the wrist. Stating that, in essense, the other kids do it too in the midst of an interview that, if handled correctly, could have rebuilt some of his damaged PR shows that Imus just doesn't get it. While his profession, in part, is based around controversy, he is also a representative of both CBS and MSNBC as he is a public figure. Other such figures have been fired or have stepped down from their jobs after such gaffes...why not Imus?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120015Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:18:35 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120015Jan Hetherington, Newport, North CarolinaYet another Black against White "poor me" issue! When will it ever stop? Rev. Sharpton, get a grip. Let's not forget all the good IMUS has done. He had a moment of bad judgement. He has apologized. Time to move on! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120017Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:18:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120017Dave, Youngstown ,OhioImus is nothing more than someone who has overstayed his welcome. His day in the sun has come and gone and it was only a matter of time before he overdid something(think Woody Hayes). http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120351Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120351alexandria east orange new jerseyI believe what Imus said about a group your black women is applauding to say the least. Where is the joke? Calling young black college women basketball players “nappy head whores” I see know humor in that. As a black woman I was a fame of Imus in the morning. I watched him every morning religiously, no-longer. His comments was a disrespect to black women. Just to think being a black women in this day and time and to hear a white male on live T.V called black women rough, whores, and tattooed up gangsters has mentally scar me as a black women with young daughters. Imus need to go…..http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120353Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120353Michelle, Philadelphia, PaI am so tired also of white people always saying well, black do this and that and what about rap artists. Bottom line what Imus said was wrong. Whether anyone else does it is not the issue. Also, stop white people with the Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton hatred. Just because they want to empower and stand up against hatred does not make them bad people. I don't agree with everything they say but really since they defend black issues and your not black, then let it go. I believe Imus was sorry for what he said. I have let it go, but the culture has said black and white it's ok to degrade black women. Question for the white people. Will you march with us, speak out against it? That includes to Imus and rap artists. Sure you won't.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120356Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120356Ed Cortes, Stratham, NHI think we missed the point. What should happen is the young ladies he offended sue him for defamation of character. Since his statement what have they had to endure on their campus. You make a comment directed at someone, pay the price. Maybe others would think twice about making derogatory remarks in the future.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120357Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120357Micheal Martine, Kansas City, MOIf we fire Imus, then we need to fire other personalities--like Limbaugh, Michael Savidge, Beck, Anderson and others who have professed their racisim but never been admonished, suspended or threatned with being fired...there is double standard in broadcasting that is dictated by those in position to make a decision based on politics or advertising revenue.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120358Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:13 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120358Debbie, Marysville, Ohio Is there anyone in ths world who has not ever made a mistake?? Including you, Al Roker?? This has gotten way out of hand. You and everyone else should be more worried about the young men and women dying in Iraq for the FREEDOM in this country. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120360Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:28:16 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120360Erica, Kansas City, MissouriJust wanted to say that while I don't agree on any level with Don's comments, I do feel that he has made his apologies. He did make a mistake, but I don't think he needs to be fired. I just wondered if I missed something? How did Al Sharpton get involved in all this? What did he say about him? Hope that Don makes good on his promise to "clean" up the show. I am not much of a fan, just because the times I have caught the show I felt that he was to harsh for my taste. However, I do support freedom of speech, which is a basic freedom I enjoy often, as a citizen of the US. As far as I know there isn't anyone that should be able to "cast the first stone". No not a religious freak, just know a little of the bible. Maybe if Don has another meeting with Al Sharpton, he should bring this up. Al wishes to quote the bible as it suits him, maybe Don should do the same!!!! I believe that Don has made his apologies as public as his comments, and that it is now a matter between him and the ladies on the team. What have those that were DIRECTLY affected by the comments had to say? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120455Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:30:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120455Ashley, Spartanburg, SCI am a college student in SC and It makes me just furious to see this going on. Yes, he said some stupid things, he apologized and is paying punishment for it. First of all, if we can tell him that what he did was wrong, then we need to punish EVERY SINGLE hip hop artist who makes vulgar comments about women in their songs, is that not public? Is that not wrong also? And second of all, I am a HUGE fan of the Today show but I feel like this story was biased becuase the only people interviewed besides Mr. Imus himself, were all African American. From my background in Journalism, and it is very limited, but I do know that you have to have an unbiased panel for the story to be legitimate. How is this fair to Mr. Imus's case? Of course someone is going to be against what a person says if they are the one spoken against! I say,if you can't punish these hip hop artists for making these comments, then how can you punish Imus for what he said? It's the SAME THING!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120457Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:30:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120457Ramone Springfield MASo the next time I hear a person of color refer to a person who lives down in the south as a RED NECK...We should call for him to be fired from his job?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120458Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:30:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120458Michael, Urbandale, IowaDo we honestly believe that firing Don Imus will solve racial in-equality? Absolutely not! It is neither proving a point nor solving the issue at hand. Issues like this will only persist and we will always have ignorant people saying ignorant things. I, for one, am absolutely sick of hearing about “what Imus said.” I am especially appalled with the hypocritcal African-American leaders whose only agenda is to promote themselves on national television. Although my comments may sound insensitive, it is reality. We will always have ignorant white people, and we will always have ignorant black people. If we’re going to punish Imus, trust me, there is a long list of people, white and black, that have said things way worse.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120459Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:30:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120459Denise Theodosis, Salt Lake City UtahAl, I agree with you on one part, that what Imus said was wrong but, he admitted he was wrong and shouldn't have said what he said and aplogized. The thing is if people in todays society say things and realize it was wrong and then want to aplogize for it and move on but can't becasue people say not enough or you must be fired, what kind of standard are setting for our kids when we try to insteal values in them if you say or do somethung that is wrong or hurt someone you need to aplogize to them. These people need to accept or not accept his apology and move on, there are far more important things to focus on. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120460Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:30:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120460Lou Kramer, Chandler, ArizonaI agree with Al, its time for America to stand up and say enough is enough...where does the filth end that is allowed on the airwaves every day. The networks are getting rich at others expense and we need to stop watching and listening to it. The network should start somewhere and it might as well be Imus being fired.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120464Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:31:07 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120464Helen, basking ridge, NJI can't stand Imus nor Sharpton. Always seemed to me that Imus needs a cleaning up including his mouth and when I think of Sharpton, I am reminded of Towanna Browli. They should all go. One is as bad as the other. That's my opinion.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120570Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:34:23 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120570Cecilia, Hereford, TXAmen to Cassandra B from Columbus, GA. While Imus' remarks were offensive, so are so many others and if we don't respect ourselves, how can we expect anyone else to respect us. I do not believe Imus should be fired. I listen to him and on the days that I don't agree with him (or he makes me mad), I just change the channel.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120575Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:34:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120575M. Mauney, Chesapeake, VaWhat Don Imus said was clearly irreprehensible and he should be held accountable for his remarks. Unfortunately; as a people we are generally too willing to look the other way and excuse the insensitivities of others. Clearly all the major parties at the center of this debate have skeletons in their closest. I think we should let society and the market place judge Imus, which means this incident will be nothing more than a foot note within the month. The really sad story here is our insensitive to the numerous injustices’ we do to each other and our loss of moral character as a nation.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120577Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:34:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120577Justa Tireduv ThebsIncredible that a bad joke whose intent was to be funny because it was outrageous, is now the focus of outrage. How can those who truly lament the distance between races, think that this expression of anger and intolerance will acheive anything more thatn more distance? Honest people will admit that such incidents are the bread and butter of the so-called black leadership and that no one denigrates blacks more than popular black entertainers and blacks themselves. I will believe the sincerity of the expressed hurt when they quit perpetuating that very things they claim is most hurtful in their own community. Yes, I am sure it is a 'Black' thing and I don't understand, so quit whining about it.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120579Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:34:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120579W, Baltimore, MarylandNot being a listener of Imus, (or Howard Stern or any other shock jock) as I am not a fan of this brand of 'humor', I fortunately did not hear the offensive remarks that were made. I did however hear them repeated and repeated and repeated many times by the media, whether in print or on the airwaves. What makes this all right? If Imus was wrong, and his remarks were racist (of which I personally agree that they were), why am I subjected to hearing them over and over again by the media and no one (can you hear me Mr. Sharpton? Mr. Jackson?) is crying foul. I have chosen not to give credibility to the likes of this type of humor, so why can 'news media' see fit to keep spouting it. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120921Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:44:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120921Bryan, DetroitGood points Al. I am in complete agreement regarding Imus. He would be wise to use this rare public opportunity to set the tables right by bowing very low to include resigning to illustrate the severity of crossing the line in this way. Likewise, other's who use shock in main stream radio waves at the expense of others for 'entertainment' purposes should be held equally accountable (e.g., H. Stern, etc.). Perhaps the goodness in Imus' comments is the wholesale rejection of this form of entertainment at large that it has stimulated. I equally feel that Reverends Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson and the alike have completely overstepped their bounds and are conversely now being of disservice to their constituents by grossly overplaying their position. Especially disgraceful for reverend leaders. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120925Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:45:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120925DLH, New Orleans, LaAs a 36yo black male, husband and father of 2 children, including a daughter, I believe the action should be deemed inappropriate. Not because Mr. Imus is a white male, but because the statements made were that of an offensive nature, period. If he were a black male, my feelings would be the same. Just as I supported the NBA's action against Tim Hardaway regarding his offensive statement towards gays. In this day and time, with our country at war, no one should be so insensitive to the feelings of others. Comics, rappers, actors, producers or studios...NO ONE!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#120927Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:45:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:120927Paula Smith, Wilminton, DelawareI think Don Imus should retire. I do not think that he can use where the comment originated as an excuse. It is wrong to say that no matter who says it. Yes, blacks should not keep using this language and demeaning their own people. But that has nothing to do with what Don Imus said. Two wrongs do not make a right. It seems that every time a celebrity says something racially inappropriate, it's opened the door for America to talk about the racism that still exists in America. People over analyze what the celebrity says or does that is racially inappropriate. Rev Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton have strong opinions and stand up for their people, because they have to. Most white people in America say they're not racist, but I bet they don't want their white daughter dating a black man. If not, then they're still racist. I bet Rev Al Sharpton wouldn't want his black daughter dating a white man. There is obviously still racism that exists in America. Also, bi-racial children are not accepted among the black community. Usually, they find more friends in the white community that are accepting of them being bi-racial. Whites and blacks are still racist in America.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121090Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121090Veronica Home, NY NYImus should be fired but it is important that freedom of speech not be curtailed, I am a black woman and am greatful for people like Imus, Bill O'reilly and Ann Coultur so we can see that racism isn't dead and needs to be recognized and fought against. I prefer an outright racist over a "Some-of-my-best-friends are-black" ignorant any day. These people remind us, whites and blacks alike, that there is still prevelant racism in 21st century America. Things like the legal system and education system need a lot of work to reverse institutionalized racism. Imus should be fired because unlike rap songs he is hosting senators, presidential candidates etc and setting a racist stage and agenda for those guest and his listeners.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121091Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121091Brenda Chiles, Eagle, IDWhat Don Imus said was wrong, but what about the black American rappers who use racial slurs all the time on the radios of our nation and promote violence and filthy language? These black American rappers are having a huge impact on our youth, which is a much bigger issue than what Don Imus did. I would like to see our mainstream media, Jessie Jackson, Al Sharpton, and Al Rocker do the right thing and use their positions to bring down these rappers who promote violence, racism, and filth. Their music is on the airwaves every day! I encourage the Today show to talk about this issue; afterall, why are black people allowed to be racist and use racial slurs?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121092Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121092David, Houston, TXWow is right! Kudos to Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton for seizing this opportunity to personally benefit most from Imus' stupid comments. I'd like to know when these talented, smart, young women heard about these comments. I'd like to know who brought these remarks to the Harvard players attention. These talented women have already achieved tremendous success and will likely continue to win in life. These young women should be, and are offended on two levels. Personally, the comment appears more gender biased than race biased to me. Get over it America. Issues like this exist and will always exist for each race. We can legislate and protect free speech, but ignorance and prejudice cannot be. I'm much more offended over the 2 Reverend's blood thirsty appetite to destroy someone for a stupid comment. Don't listen to Imus if he's offensive. I don't, because i've never cared for the show. Why does one man's stupid mistakes, ignorance, and unawareness define the entire country's race relations. Those young women are winners and their triumphs and acheivements will continue long after these days. His comments were dumb and will likely cause Imus to be fired. I'd love to know the benefits that Sharpton and Jackson tally financially from this fiasco. I don't care if your black, white, gay, straight, or whatever........get over other people's stupidity and continue to acheive anyway. Feel free to call me whatever you would like to. I don't care...... and it has nothing to do with my failures or successes as a human being. The things I've learned from this is that Imus made just dumb and stupid comments. Al and Jesse will benefit tremendously from this. I have no idea who the ladies are or what they look lke, but the Harvard women need no validation for their self worth or esteem from myself, Imus , or The Reverend's. Their success, drive, work ethic, heart, and soul defines these young ladies. Pretty obvious to me that they possess all of those attributes. It's the other parties involved here that lack the attributes they share. Let's all get along and support each other. Take care.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121093Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121093George, Chicago, ILOh, for chrissake! Considering all the filth and racist nonsense you hear any given time you're subjected to hearing rap music I think Imus' comments are pretty tame. I live in Chicago and it seems like whenever I'm riding the train with a group of young African Americans under the age of 25, I'm almost guaranteed to hear the n-word at least a dozen times! As far as Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton go, their time would be better spent addressing the spiraling murder rate among African Americans in New Orleans rather than whining about some old coot like Imus, who most people I know haven't even listened to in about 20 years!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121094Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:47 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121094Rhonda, Chicago, ILAs a African American educated woman I was very offended by Don Imus remarks about the Rutgers Female basketball team. I have seen numerous reports about the incident today on several channels. I believe he is sincerely sorry for his insensitive comments and as a christian he deserves my forgiveness and understanding for his ignorance. He should also get to know the African American culture as a whole and not just what he sees in the videos or news, that does not depict our race in its entirety. I also have seen his show from time to time on MSNBC and I know that he does alot of charity work for all people in need. He should be suspended and reprimanded but not fired. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121095Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:49 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121095Annette, ConnecticutI agree with Rhonda's comment, are we forgetting that these rantings were aimed at college students? There is no excuse for that. I'm wondering whether some of you folks defending Imus has any children?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121096Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:50 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121096Kay B., Atlanta, GAOh, just read your "comments must be approved" before posting...hmmm...censorship at its finest.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121098Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:50:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121098John Doe, Seattle WashWhy don't people get this mad about illegal immigration?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121274Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:57:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121274pm, indianaapolis, inWe've as a nation have allowed so much to the point that our nation is deteriorating. Who can we blame? Where is our example of how people should treat people? When that type of language is allowed in our communities through song and television, we who allow it to come in must take responsibility. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121277Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:57:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121277Happy to be Nappy!I am currently watching the segments of Roots. Mr. Imus like some other Americans of all races need to watch it over and over again. Some other cultures have no clue about our issues! I a very happy to be nappy but I only became happy after years of being told by society that straight hair is better. Our youth are also clueless! I wonder how many of them know their true history! Some of our own men do not think that our nappy hair is attractive. As the mother of four African American boys, I tried to instill in them how beautiful black skin and kinky hair is. We need to do this more as a community. I agree will Al but we need to also stand up for our beautiful heritage!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121279Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:57:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121279C H D GibsonEither we have free speech in this country or we don't. I didn't notice him yelling fire in a crowded theater. He has a perfect right to offend anyone he chooses. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121280Tue, 10 Apr 2007 14:57:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121280Linda, Pompano Beach, FLI wonder what would have happened had Imus made a "humorous" statement about the Asian race or any other race? Would Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton have made a noice for them as well? It seems like any "humorous" comments about the black race is the only time we hear from these guys. Yet it's ok for their race to be "humrous" against their own AND others. Now whose being segregated???http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121363Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:00:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121363Ann, Nashville, TNI for one believe that Imus should be fired for what he said. It seems lately that TV and radio personalities are getting away with making racist remarks and passing them off as "comedy" and all they have to do is apologize and everything goes back to normal. I know that we all have the right to freedom of speech, however we still must be held accountable for what we say. Just as the commenter said in an earlier post, had this had been an african american male that referred to a group of white girls as a bunch of "wet smelly dogs", all choas would break loose. Now I'm not saying that everything Al Sharpton says and does is "the gospel" but if do your reseach then you would know that he along with other activists have been crusading to get rappers not to use such profane language such as the n-word and other derogatory words in their songs. I am a HUGH Tennessee fan (my alma mater) and to hear a commment like that about a group of females who accomplished something so great is not only degrading but hurtful. I can only hope that this is a wake-up call for the rest of the Imus's of the world to think twice about their word choices. I also hope that rappers would see now just how much much of an impact they have on society and how it's not okay for them as well. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121364Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:00:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121364Patrick Belcher, Brandon, MSI am a black man that lives in the state of Mississippi. This state, was at the forefront of the Civil Rights Movement, and it is still going through a transformation process that is slow to results. With that being said, I have watched "Imus in the Morning", and I have enjoyed it. They make jokes about everyone, and they go over the top lots of times. Mr. Roker have you seen the skits that Bernard does about Ray Nagin? I heard not a peep out of you or Jesse Jackson. How about when Imus let Bernard to the skit about Bryant Gumble when he was going through the divorce from his wife? He does this everyday, and if you don't like it, don't watch it. Howard Stern makes jokes using the "n" word, and I guess that's alright. How many times have you said something close to what Imus said at your home when the cameras aren't on? What white America needs to know is that black people talk this way about each other all the time. If we don't change it, why should white people change? Have you heard the lyrics to 50cents records? But, he sells millions of records, and it seems if nobody cares. Why isn't Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton picketing Interscope Records? This is false outrage from Sharpton and Jackson, because without this kind of thing happening, they don't have a venue. It's time to stop talking as if we, as black people don't say this stuff among ourselves. But, since I'm black, I guess, I can get away with it. Give me a break, Mr. Roker. I don't see you or anybody on your network saying anything about the fact that Jesse Jackson has used racial remarks in refering to Jewish people. How about the fact that Sharpton put up that farce with the rape case? These are the people that are representing you, because they don't represent me. I feel that they don't represent a majority of the thinking black folks in this country. Did you, Mr. Roker do anything or say anything about the great life of Bishop Patterson, who was a guest on the Imus show many times? What about Harold Ford, Jr., did Jesse Jackson and Sharpton try to get him elected? Being outraged about something profound is good, but this is petty and silly. The only people that should be offended is Rutgers and their players. If they don't want to forgive him, so be it. Let's move on to more important stuff. Get Today show to do a show about the drop out rate among blacks compared to whites. Get Jesse to speak about the lack of fathers in the homes in the black community. Get Sharpton to talk about the black on black crime that is killing our young people. The Bible says "judge not lest ye be judged." Let us stop judging this man, and move on. How many times are we going to cry wolf? When something major happens who will believe us? By the way, Rev. Jackson asked for, and I believe was given forgiveness from society, his family, and the media when it was found out that he had an affair and fathered a child. How soon we forget.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121365Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121365JAMES NEWMANImus has been the same boring old man who says and does what ever he wants for years. The unfortunate part of this HO saga is so many people listen to him day in and day out. In a couple of weeks after his slap on the hand has healed everyone will find something to be shocked over and Jesse can ride of into to the sunset again to slay the evil doers.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121366Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121366D.M. JohnsonTom Joyner, Al Sharpton, Tavis Smiley and others degrade and down the white race on a daily basis and give the African Americans a free pass. At least Imus offends all that needs to be offended. Fire Imus and then ABC needs to fire Joyner and the likes of the others. Freedom of speech, Words may never hurt me. What happened to that in America. People with your agenda that you still pay for centuries ago is ridicously. You are whats wrong with your race. Sharpton and Jackson make a major profit off of their own race for their personal gain and people don't see it. Dr. King stood for what's right but not Sharpton and Jacksonhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121368Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121368Jim Bege, Pensacola, FloridaMr Roker, I am surprised at your commentary. I respected you and all of what you have done and it didn't matter what race you are. I don't think it is unappropiate for you to be that judgemental to infer resignation at a "bad comedic comment" when it should be just that.Imus has done more for radio and charity causes than you could ever do. It isn't the "hate comments" that your peers including Reverend Sharpton, Jessie Jackson, and Dave Chappelle have made in the past about Caucasions.All you have to do is go to Wikopedia. com to see that. I took it as perhaps 'a bad joke" when I heard Jackson call New Yorkers a slur on the radio. You guys are looking to hang Imus for his comedy in general not just this comment.He has the right of speech just as you have and shouldn't be ostrasized for it! Not fair Al. I will make sure I turn you off when you are on NBC and maybe "you should go"! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121369Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121369Lynne, Los AngelesWhat Don Imus said was not right. But, the parade of public personalities condemming this is a laugh. Thanks Meredith for reminding the 'holier than thou' front man, Jesse Jackson, that even he has been guilty of the same degrading racist comments, i.e. during his presidential campaign when he referred to NYC so terribly as a city of jews. They are paid, professional public speakers, and all of them are at fault for racial slurs on public airwaves. Get a new job, all of you. If I performed my job, managing an office of wonderful people of many races and religions, I would be fired.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121370Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121370Jodell Hinojosa, Vancouver, WAI am intrigued by Mr Imus' assertion that this remark should be forgiven as it was made in a comic context. What makes racially & sexually offensive material tolerable in satire & other comic mediums is the ability to show the absolute absurdity of the rmaterial, itself. The only absurdity that Mr Imus has shown is his inability to understand and accept the consequences of his pattern of behavior. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121372Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121372CL , Rochester,NYiagree with you to a certain extent! But Don Imus is a great talk show host and I am sure he didn't mean no harm. But I have a question why is it always a racial thing! But when these black comedians tell jokes about whites, whites don't jump up and put up a fuss! this is a stupid mistAKE AND DON'T FEEL HE SHOULD BE SUSPENDED OR FIRED! Sorry let it go!!!! can't every one just get along!!!!!!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121376Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121376Brian W, OKC, OKIf you fire Imus, then we need to condemn Richard Pryor and Dave Chappell. We also need to condemn Mr. Sharpton for not following their pulpit and forgiving a truly penitent man. Remove him from being a reverend. If you consider Imus a bigot, then these three men also fall directly into the same category.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121381Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:01:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121381Mike, Chatham NJAl your opinion is the only credible one, both Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton have many unanswered questions about their prior activities. No one ever questions their motivation, which I believe is personal and highly suspect. These two should not be the moral touchstones for the African American Community. You on the other hand have nothing to gain from voicing your opinion and have never let race be a defining element of your public persona. I applaud you for that. Imus should go, he is not funny, his remarks were not funny and there is no context in which his comments could be viewed as funny. This is just one more sign that he is mired in the 1970's and 80's. He is not in touch with the people of today. Let's move on, too much time and energy has been taken up over the ridiculous ramblings of a alcholo and drug addled dime store cowboy.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121599Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:08:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121599Sharita Chickasha, OKI think was Don Imus said was very offensive. I am a black women, who has a college degree, and I dont want to be called a nappyheaded ho by any one. I belive those young women deserved respect, for the accomplishments they have made, and not for Don Imus to degrade them in the manner that he did. I still dont believe he is truly sorry for what he has said, he is just saying I am sorry to pacify the people who thought is comment was offensive.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121601Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:09:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121601Steve, Richardson, TexasWith all due respect the man will have paid for his misspoken works in the public marketplace when all is said and done. A shamed and reformed Don Imus will be a much better future symbol on the airwaves than a dismissed one. I find Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson ironic judges of intolerance given their sad racist histories.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121604Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:09:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121604Sandra PSome people don't get it!!! Imus personally called the Rutuger's basketball team these outrageous names. I don't like the rab music, but its generalized about the gore, women, etc. Remember MM spoke ugly lyrics about his mother and sometime wife?His mother tried to sue him and currently, his wife have decided not to badmouth each other. MM sold and became a star! I guess only afro-americans brought his records? What would happen if Imus spoke about the Jewishstars or leaders or gays in Hollywood? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121605Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:09:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121605Gomez 'y' Gomez, Truth or Consequences, NMI thought Don Imus went out of style when Reagan left office, swatch watches started to fade out of the fashion scene, and when the Soviet block began to crumble. Imus is running on fumes. Time to let it go, Don....just let it go.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121613Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:09:34 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121613Andy, PAI belive that it was a bad thing to say. just because one person has said this doesn't make everyone a racist. There was a comedy on HBO last month where a black comic said the n-word and f-word numerous times in the first 10 mins on the show. What happen to him from his community of fellow people. NOTHING. Did not hear a word about it. But god forsake he makes a comment a we should crucify him. I am not saying it is a good thing to say but the constent media attetion does not make this any better. Who was there when I was called a cracker or another white slang term. No One agian for us. Wake up any every one needs to look at themselves in the mirror. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#121619Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:09:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:121619Chris R, Ontario, CanadaStop chastizing Imus and let him get back to work doing his show. He shouldn't be fired for what he said and he needs to stop apologizing. Sharpton and Jackson (and now Mr. Roker) are jumping on the publicity bandwagon for more career exposure. If Imus made comments about 'white trailer trash' this would be a non-event. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122643Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122643Jim, Oklahoma CityImus should stay --- freedom of expression, etc. Those calling for his resignation/firing have yet to take their own community to task for even more offensive language, lyrics, etc. that blare across our airwaves. Do as I do --- turn him off! Vote with your dial and the support you want pulled from him will wither away.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122644Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122644Ob, Boston, MaI am all for freedom of speech, and responding to Joey from Seattle...true Imus has the freedom to say whatever he wants, and there are other importants things to woory about like the war, cancer, and others. But should we make it easy for people to spread hate and violence publicly?. Why not we pay attention to other important thing when a radical imam sets up a mosque in Seattle and preaches "Death to America" every friday? Freedom of speech is a right and previlige...we should not abuse it. Imus should be fired.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122645Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122645mary horneIt seems as if as long as it is not offensive to me it should be forgiven. But wait till it steps on my toes, the nerve the horror, I believe if you offend one you offend all and this man should be fired. That was a stupid remark from a stupid man who happens to be white. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122646Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122646Bill, Kansas City, KSImus' comments were racist, and probably sexist. Ann coulters comments about John Edwards were prejudiced against gays. Rush Limbaughs attack on Michael J Fox was an insult to people with disabilities. Neither of those two ever came close to apologizing for their deplorable actions. If you're going to be a spokesman against prejudism Al, please do so. But don't just dip your toes in the waters once in a while when it's to your convenience. Either man up or go back to the bench. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122647Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122647Bob, PittsburghI'm really shocked that Al Roker would use his position on the Today show to announce his personal thoughts and beliefs. Where is the responsibility of NBC News to permit the Today show members to announce their personal beliefs? The current state of television news is scary if personal opinions top actual news.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122648Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122648Teri Gillingham, Plano TXRegardless of race or ethnicity, speaking respectfully to each other and about each other would end all of this. There has been a great disconnect within communities of what it means to respect your fellow mankind. Speak respectfully and you will receieve respect.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122649Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122649Henry, Cincinnati, OHI'm an African-American male and I like Imus. I think he has a God-given, wonderfully distictive voice. I've listened to him for a number of years off and on. Of course his "product", and NBC's regarding him, consists largely of his on-air personality which has at its center, his speech, which is subject to all the liberties and constraints which the FCC, his listening audience, and our laws allow. It is obvious that his statements are both racist and sexist. They are doubly-injurious. It's also obvious that he needs to either be terminated or resign. Imagine an African-American host making the same poor judgement. As stunned as we all are, we're remembering that "Imus is a well known 'liberal', so obviously, he can't be a racist"! It doesn't quite compute! Thanks a LOT Imus for shedding light on this under-served minority. Heretofore, "everyone" knew that no "good American liberal" could possibly hold both racist AND mysoginistic tendencies or sentiments. REALLY FOLKS, DON'T YOU THINK IT'S ABOUT TIME YOU ALL WAKE UP?! I view this New Ordeal as a great test of our integrity and that of the media at large. White America really needs to get the simple fact that only closet- and open-racists forgive racist speech. "Little episodes" like this definitely lay the true character of this country bare - to be scorned. I certainly hope you like what you see. Unfortunately, for you - not me, more often than not it's your own reflection. Hope you're happy with the world you've influenced! Congratulations! You've done a superb job!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122650Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122650Bob , West Virginiawhat a complete joke. This just proves how much "news" has turned into another form of entertainment, or "newsertainment". Your job is to report NEWS not give you ignorant opinion. Imus didn't insult an entire race or community. Mr. Roker, CONTEXT IS EVERYTHING, this man did not make some biggoted comment to cause pain or hurt. It was an off the cuff joke that probably was hurtful but no where NEAR the level that the media has taken it to the extreme. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122651Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:49:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122651Jimmie Kirksey Tulsa OKI think that Don Imus should step down behind his comments. They were very insulting to his audience, and I feel that anyone who can condone that behavior, needs to review their stand on what is acceptable behavior. That being said, I also take issue with the 'great' Rev Sharpton, and the also 'great' Rev Jackson. We see their appearance in issues such as this, and they are in full attack mode. I am a black man, I would love to see them put a lot more effort in changing the denigrating face of our Black culture. As a parent, I want my child to be respectful of others and their values. As a member of society, I expect to be treated with courtesy and respect. As a Black man, I don't approve of the attitudes of many of 'our' leaders in the communication world, the entertainment world, and the protrayal of my culture as being strictly Ghetto. I am insulted by comedians and their use of the 'N' word. I am insulted by anyone, regardless of race, or culture, who mistreats other members of their group, and call it acceptable, but get outraged when someone outside their group uses the same tactics. As a society, we should not accept the double standard, be it race, sex, religion, or any other method of dis-respect. It is time we all stood up, and did something about this. Don Imus is not totally at fault, it is the system that has allowed this, and the double standard that has grown from the allowance. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122850Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:58:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122850Ken, Worcester maAl, I agree what Imus said is disgusting, However we should all start condeming all of this racism wether it's from blacks or white's. Too many black comediens are using the N word and bitches and Ho's and the black community is paying ten bucks a ticket to laugh at it. Why is it funny when a black man or women says it. It should be offensive no matter who is saying it, right? It can't be ok for one and not the other. Let's all committ to cleaning up the language in film and music and all will benifit from it. It seems that only a white man can be racist when it comes to speech. It won't be long before Jessie Jackson has his hand out to NBC and Imus with a million dollar proposal to some something to make amends to one of His favorite charities like he always does. Imus can apologize til the cows come home but until the money shows up it won't matter.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122851Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:58:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122851Nicole Williams Tupelo, MSI agree that he should be fired. The people who say he should not just do not get it. It is America and you do have a right to your opinion but with him being in the public eye, he is held to a higher standard than just a normal, everyday person. I don't think that a lot of people get it. What if that was said about you or someone in your family. Would you just "let it go". People like that are insensitive and rude and it should not be allowed.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122852Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:58:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122852Mike, Newport News VAI am tired of the multi-standards, political correctness, and those that are holier than thou. Lets look at the enitre community. I don't like Imus' humor as I don't like the humor, music, and comedy of may other "americans" (that means all people). Lets have one standard and get on with it.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122853Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:59:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122853Justin Simmons, Muncie, INBefore I even begin to state my opinion on this matter, first let me state just the simple facts. Racism in any form is wrong. Judging anyone other than yourself is wrong. These standards were not designed by U.S. Politicians or Civil Rights activists, but by God and stated through his son Jesus. I agree that Mr. Imus's statements were uncalled for, but who does anyone think they are when they say "the time for apologies is over?" If that is the case then I guess no one else gets to go to heaven and be forgiven by the Heavenly Father. God requires we love Him, love each other, forgive, and do what is just. Justice and safety often times requires we imprison those who commit crimes that cause a physical danger to us, but we have a duty that goes beyond our petty minds to forgive and uplift ALL of humanity. While simply accepting the apology of a murderer is a risk to others' lives, to tell anyone that their apology is not sincere is self-elitist. No one can know an apology's sincerity but that person and God. How can this situation have a better outcome than to have Mr. Imus apologize (which he has), change his ways, be a witness and an example against racism (as a whole), and move forward. If he is fired all anyone will see is humanity's self-righteous wrath invoked once more. I wish his show would become something more uplifting and informative, but entertainment media across the board is largely downgrading and ill-humored. I agree that there needs to be control on the out-of-control media, but ANY change must start with ourselves or we have no right whatsoever to speak of someone else. I have said things that I have regretted as have we all. What if someone showed up at our door with cameras and political activist to televise the incident? We would be mortified and would want forgiveness. I'm sure the first thing any of us would do would be to apologize.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122856Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:59:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122856Stephanie Moorehead Rydal,GAI am a 30yr old white woman and my comment should not be viewed differently, but it will be for that fact. I understand that the comment made by Imus was uncalled for, but what about Hollywood that pays MILLIONS for people to say that phrase? Our tech can grow, society grows, but our maturaity level stays the same. When we were young, all races played on the playground without looking at each other differently. We can come together in forces from all over the world to fight as one. Men/women fight every day to keep what we have just to come home to what? Homelessness? Stupidity? I often wonder why others would want to come to America to become an American. It's always poor me. Can't we just grow up? Lets quit pointing fingers. Things are going to be said and those people should be addressed, but when it is in a manner that you might use but from a different race....get over it! There is so much that I want to say and so little space. I am not racist but I hate stupid people. You know, there's going to be a day where we are all human and no judging. Will I see you there with our Father, at home...in Heaven? Let racism die. Yellow, purple, black, and white, Jesus loves all the childern of the world. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122859Tue, 10 Apr 2007 15:59:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122859Jennifer B.; Charlotte, NCI am not an Imus fan but once again I'm blown away by the American media...Blowing a dumb statement WAY out of proportion and turning it into a circus. I would venture to say that the majority of this country does not listen to Imus and therefore would not have even known about this if it weren't for the media broadcasting, and re-broadcasting, and re-broadcasting... And the statement has already been apologized for, and the one making the statement has accepted his punishment. Anyone reading this who has never said something they regretted? I doubt it! It is okay for the "Reverends" to say whatever they want and the race card gets played, they seem to be the exception to the rule. It's enough already; what has happened to Free Speech? Besides, doesn't (or shouldn't) this nation have more important items on the agenda? If you don't like Imus, then choose something else to listen to! There is no need to make things so complicated. It was dumb, he knows it was dumb, he said he was sorry. Let it go!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122973Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:03:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122973Izzy Otero, Miami, FloridaIts a shame that we must take drastic action to show how big we are. No one is perfect and everyone deserves a second chance.If jesus forgave us for all we did then why are we so down on Imus. Two wrongs dont make a right. And firing Imus all is doing building the ego of people like the Rev S. and Mr. Jackson and Mr. Roker who are just trying tro prove how powerful they can be in the media. I am sorry but they are being bullies. Imus was man enough to face up to what he did. They should be man enough and christian enough to forgive him also. He did not hide behind alcohol and drugs and has faced his comment like a man. IO have alot of respect for him! hooray for you Mr. Imus.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122977Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:04:02 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122977Richard Gillespie, charlotte NCI have read through most of the comments here and fine most not seeing the real point. In the work place there are dos and don'ts. Even though Imus's work place is a studio, he should no less have to follow the law. No person can make those comments in their work environment, if you think so, go to work tomorrow and try it. To categorize the Rutger's female basketball team with rapper's music to allow for this type of comment is ridiculous and insensitive. Shouldn't we give consideration to who these women are? Sucessful young black and I might add white women who reched the height of their goals for this year. Is it ok to pick a group of women and call them hoes? Free speach does not give you the right to disparage and question the moral value of a persons whom you have no idea of their morals. Have we decome immune the social battery in the name of comedy? Maybe it is comedy when we speak in generallities, but is it so when we single out a group of young women for our fun and profit? I think Imus should be treated the same as if he worked for a fortune 500 company; he should be fired. If he wants to get rehired and start over in a different tone or mindset, I am all for that.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122979Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:04:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122979Will Smith, Baltimore, MdIt's amazing that all of you people on this blog do not get it. It doesn't matter who say's it, it is wrong. No matter who it is. At this point in time Imus stepped in it. Don't compare, or rationalize by finger pointing! Rappers do not own radio stations,or record/distribution companies. That garbage (like porn) is "dollar for your soul" capitalism. Let's begin to evolve, let's stick to the point of this uproar. It is not funny. it is painful. We are powerless in attempting to rid America of evil and hate, but we can stand up and make Imus see himself in the mirror. No one is good but Godhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#122980Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:04:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:122980David, Long Island, NYThe suspension is appropriate. However, McGurk must be fired. It is he who all too often pushes the envelope and gets the show over the line of what is acceptable. Imus, for his part, never seems to object to McGurk's forays into bigotry of every kind. That's when I turn off the radio, or move to another station.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123092Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:08:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123092Rick Katzfey, Fayetteville, ArkansasLove You Al! God bless you for trying to make things a little better in the world. Let this be the stepping stone to better ways.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123095Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:08:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123095Peggy McNealMr. Roker - I agree with you about Mr. Imus' comments, and I think it is time for this attitude to go. It can start with Don Imus, but those in the entertainment industry better be willing to step up to the plate and call Ludacris and the rest of these misogynists on their attitude towards women. This is really not only a race issue, it's a gender issue as well.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123100Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:08:49 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123100darlene, springfield maMy radio and television have both off buttons and different channels. If you do not like what is being said or done, change the channel or turn it off. When advertisers find they are paying for a show that no one will listen to - they stop paying for it! No money - no broadcast.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123101Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:08:49 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123101T. Harris, Midlothian, VaI agree with Al totally. Until you have been a black woman, you CANNOT say what hurts someone and what doesn't. I agree that rappers and the like need to check themselves as well. But Don Imus is a jerk and he needs to go. I don't think this is going to ride and I do believe there will be additional fallout from this. Thank you Al Roker for speaking out. I'm hoping others of influence will do the same.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123210Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:13:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123210Tim PerkinsImus should do the right thing and resign, or barring that be fired. Most anyone is the business world would suffer this fate the first time it happened, and this is not the first time for Imus. He is very fortunate to be afforded the opportunity to speak to a wide audience, but when he strays into unprovoked racial and anti-feminine insults, he should lose this right. Do people allow their kids to say things like this? Do you want your kids to hear this type of thing? He should know better, but given that he doesn't, it's time he be removed. Thank you Al for telling us your opinion.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123214Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:13:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123214Sadarias Harrell, Atlanta, GA Imus’ comments play to a racial stereotype that black women are a lascivious and degenerate lot. Further, his statements suggest that differences in hair texture (nature) and personal styling (individualism) give him the okay to degrade a group and debase their worth. In addition to being racist, his comments are misogynistic. We have created a society that accepts that everything is okay and any bad thing you do can be brushed aside if you say you’re sorry after you’ve done it - without consequence. He has injured us all - all Americans, whether we all understand it as so, or not at this time in our history. He is a powerful person and must be held accountable. Finally, I am disappointed in my fellow countrymen who have taken this opportunity to negate the severity of the comments Imus made by focusing on the actions of figures like Sharpton and Jackson. Please understand that those two individuals are not leaders of the black community. That belief suggests that black people are this monolithic group that have a singular mind. If Jackson is a racist, flog him right along with Imus and let’s filter out all of this foolishness. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123215Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:13:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123215Heather G-S St. Louis, MOI completely agree that Imus' comment was inappropriate, no doubt about it. I think the crime in this is that our society has completely desensitized themselves to so much of what we see and hear. The bar is constantly being raised about the language being broadcast on television and radio. It's unfortunate when society decides to make an example of one person when so many others have gotten away with it, but that is how we learn. What I don't like is that Imus is being called a racist by people who themselves are guilty of racism. I believe we, as a society, should strive to see ourselves as ONE people, instead of separated by race and religion. What Imus said was inappropriate b/c it was inappropriate, NOT b/c the subjects of the comment were black, but b/c they are human. If the comment was made about another race or gender, would these leaders be jumping to their defense, and organizing protests? Somehow I doubt it. These men only seem to jump to the defense of blacks instead of defending the human race as a whole. We should support everyONE.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123216Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:13:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123216Fahizah Alim, Sacramento Calif.I agree with Al. So much of racism is unconscious. Matt and Meredith don't get it either!If some radio personality had called an Ivy League team of white girls, "anorexic dykes or whores," I assure you Matt and Meredith wouldn't have defended him today and saying that the suspension is adequate. I am through with NBC. Al I am sorry that you are on it. I will miss you!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123218Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:13:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123218Karen, Raonoke, VirginiaHate speech no matter who says it has no place in this country. What kind of world are we leaving our childrenhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123901Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:42:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123901Emir, Philadelphia PAI believe that Don's comments were horrible, and demoralizing to not just the African American menbers of the team, but to females in general. The comments go to show that racism still exists, and will continue to exist if it just gets a slap on the wrist. What if Don called them "B's", then everyone who is in a uproar of how Don's remarks can be justified somehow, would be offended in some type of way. Don should be removed from the public airways for his remarks. He needs to learn a vaulable life lesson on what ot say and what NOT to say on the air, and carry himself in a manner that is appropriate for the public to hear. Thanks, Mirhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123907Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:42:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123907Cheryl Thompson, Washington, DcYou Go Al. I am so glad that you have come forward and have taken a stand on this. by the way. I always love your humor and insight in the morning. Don't lose it, but be careful about what you say. I would hate to see you slip. I was a kid when you used to do the weather in Cleveland. I even served you when I was a cashier at Bi-Rite on Chagrin. Just love ya.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#123909Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:42:36 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:123909DerrickImus is a blubbering half-wit. He is also an American - we can all speak freely! If you don't like it, change the channel.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124108Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:50:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124108Daniel Runfola, Livingston, New JersyImus should be fired. I am for zeo tolerance for racism in America.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124110Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:50:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124110Gary HouserYou are right Al. Imus said it was humor. Maybe his sponsors, guests, and supporters should clue him in that his comments are not humorous. If he is a "good person" he should devote a large portion of his wealth and time to addressing the problems his type of sexist and racial remarks cause our culture.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124113Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:50:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124113Keith Carlin, Humboldt,NebraskaSharpton, and many others have made racial comments for many years themselves. So who are they to judge.Imus has already made an apology, and that should be the end of this. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124115Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:50:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124115dave, middletown, CTwhy was it okay for Rev Al Sharpton to call an area of NYC "Himey town"? yet he stays on the air!! but it is not okay for Imus to make a mistake and stay on the air... mee thinks there is a double standard herehttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124119Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:50:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124119Darren S, Seattle, WASHINGTONLets move on, He came out and said he was sorry. I have heard a lot worse coming from rappers. Should rappers be able to make money calling woman,,,,,sluts, whores or any other degrading name? This is a issue with Blacks going on and on. Think about blacks calling blacks niggers. A white man can not do that or he gets fired!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124230Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:23 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124230Brian Atlanta, GAI whole-heartedly agree with Mr. Rokers comments. I am not sure if this message will reach the intended recipents but a two week suspension for Mr. Imus is a joke. A lesson needs to be learned. Apparently ratings is of greater importance than moral fiber which obviously the corporate leaders do not have. Back when I was a young boy, I remember when Jimmy "The Greek" referred to an African-American football player as a little monkey. CBS immediately released him although he was a popular broadcaster. I can also recall a few years back when the General Manager of the LA Dodgers referenced blacks as not having the mental capacities to be General Managers. He was immediately released. The leaders of this organization have taken a stance. Women, especially black women, are not important and do not deserve respect in your eyes. And for that I sincerely feel disgust towards you all and Mr. Imus. Furthermore, as I read the various comments posted I feel as sense of disbelief as to what people are posting. Excuses is all I read. We are not discussing Farakan, Rev. Sharpton, Rev. Jackson we are discussing what Mr. Imus said. Please everyone do not stray from the facts at hand. And this dialouge about rappers disrespecting women. In some instances that is true. But in those cases we choose not to buy their cds. If a rapper came on a radio staion and called African-American women "nappy headed hoes" I guarantee you their would be an uproar just the same. In fact I am certain of it as urban radio listeners here in Atlanta would not stand for it, regardless of who made the comments. I was under the impression that as a people, as Americans, race relations were improving from back when I was a child in the 80's or even from the days of the civil rights movements. However, when I read some of these posts it tells me I am wrong. People please focus on the comments at hand and the argument at hand. Mr. Imus is wrong and should resign or be fired. PERIOD!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124231Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124231Danyell Detroit MiI think Imus is a pig. So I don't waste my time listing to his radio show. But I am outraged at how Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson jump on the band wagaon for anything racial. Where are they when Chris Rock or countless other AA celebs are bashing whites? Why is it that "Black America" can call or say anything they please about White Americans and it's acceptable..OK..Looked over? But let just 1 White man saying anything about an AA and we are consider racist? What about the Mayor Of New Orleans wanting an "All Chocolate City" That was completely Racist! I didn't see Sharpton, Jackson, Roper up raged or asking for a Resignation from him! Did you? I was offend as a White American but I guess that's the word White! It's called reverse discrimination! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124232Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124232Rick, Youngstown, OHThe bar needs to be raised in broadcasting. Imus and his producer need to go! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124233Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124233Dave, Berkley, MICertainly, Don Imus is free to say what he wants. He's also free to be fired. Time for pompous, ego- heavy talk show people to think before they speak. Teach him, and bloated, drug-addicted, preachers of morality a lesson. Fire him. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124234Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124234Carolyn Colby, Coffeyville, KansasAl is right. Fire him. He is a repeat offender. He has had way too many strikes. Enough is enough. He isn't sorry, he is sorry he has gotten so many people angry. If I Looked like Imus, I wouldn't be putting other people down. He is ugly and so is his mouth.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124235Tue, 10 Apr 2007 16:55:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124235Anne, PhillyImus should be fired because the people who have been without a voice in this country--women and people of color--have deemed it necessary, and because the people who have perpetrated racism--white people--have got to begin to understand that nothing will change if good people (white and black) pretend that racism and sexism doesn't exist. Yes, make an example out of Imus. Or better yet, let him show us how humiliation feels, and, since he did apologize, that he understands the difference between humor and racist language. He can write a book; someone will pay him. And he'll still be able to help children with cancerhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124909Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:45 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124909Jeff, Atlanta, GAAfter watching the Today show interview in which Jesse Jackson took part, its apparent to me that this whole situation is being blown up and exploited by black leadership. The Imus show is NOT the news, its not the standard NBC or CBS set for news shows...its a chat/comedic show. Sure what he said was bad, but comedy is that way. Listen to a lot of other comedians, especially black comedians, they are much more racist about whites and more derogatory to blacks than Imus ever could be. Get over it...its comedy. We are all such hypocrites, especially Sharpton and Jackson who are media "whores" and will jump at any opportunity to get in front of a camera and spout their racist garbage.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124910Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124910J. Van, Kansas City, MOI have watched BET (Black Entertainment Television) and on some occations listened to Black commedians bash Asian Americans..I am an Asian American. How come Sharpton and Jackson aren't addressing race issues within their own social organizations? Why is it only a problem when a white person says something racist and not when blacks slander other races? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124911Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124911KendallJaye Springfield, ILI wonder if you would be so quick to call for Imus's resignation if the comments he made were directed at a group of white athletes instead of black. Was what he said wrong? Hell yes he's in the wrong! But when it comes to race, why is that white people have to 'sit down and shut up' and black people get to bitch? http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124912Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:49 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124912Toni, Detroit, MIIt makes me sick to my stomach to hear the unconscious white society make little or light of the many indignities that blacks face in this country. Imus should go, period. He should never have thought that it would have been ok to make such a comment. I know that white America thinks we don't read or listen to the news. Imus is just voicing the opinion shared by many, which is why so much think it's ok. It's not ok. Where would this country be without black Americans. It is not enough to apologize. Fire him. Let him know that we are not nappy headed ho's. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124913Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:49 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124913Mrs. E. HinesImus must be fired. Why make a statement so deplorable and hurtful to apologize for. Imus knows exactly what he was doing. The young women of Rutgers should be enjoying their courageous season, and not being ridiculed by a racist, ignorant radio jock. Ethel H. of Maryland http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124914Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:55 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124914russell,peg chicago, illmuch ado about nothing, the usual suspects, al and Jess, latch on to any story to make it about them..they are charlettons..of the worst kinds.. while offensive, they are no worse then others...and sorry is sorry and go on...these girls did not want it blown out of whack as it has...let them go back to being students...and i am a bit over minority indignation...grow up and get over it...lead by example instead of all the self rightous behaviorhttp://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124915Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:20:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124915Dee, Buffalo, NY I am totally on your team Al. I am very upset by reading these comments from other readers and disappointed in the public. Give him a break.....WHY? His remarks were not only racist but degrading to women by calling them Ho's....Would he call his wife an Ho? those young women are someone's children that he is talking about. How do you think they feel about the remarks? better yet how would you feel if these were your children. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124917Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:21:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124917Louise, Washington, D.C.Honestly, who cares about Don Imus? Never listened to him, never cared to. I don't know why in the world he thought it would be funny to call the Rutgers team a bunch of nappy-headed hos, but I think that rather than firing him, or Sharpton getting his knickers in a twist, you leave the indignation to the ladies that were actual recipients of the comments. I'd like to see how funny Imus thinks he is when he has to look the Rutgers team in the eye and repeat those comments, rather than hiding behind the shock jock cloak. I agree with an earlier poster that if I got up in arms anytime someone said negative about my gender or race (I am a black female), I'd never have time to live my life. As for all the chest-beating about freedom of speech (Myrtle from TN), that freedom is not absolute. Private employers, such as MSNBC, have the right to fire him for his remarks if they so choose, the same way any employer can make rules about what people can and can't say on the job. I work for the federal government and you better believe that if I walked around here talking too loudly about Bush and Cheney, my job would be at risk too. Finally, to Sherri and her ridiculous comment about Ray Nagin and his chocolate city remark, get over it. There is nothing racist about wanting New Orleans to be a majority black city, just like it was before Katrina. You don't like that, don't live there.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#124919Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:21:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:124919Dennis .. New York , New YorkPeople need to grow up and get over things. Al Sharpton is a proven liar and con man. How such a despicable individual can "call" for anything... is beyond me. Thats why if he calls for it....many, many people are against it. The sensitivities of people need to change....Grow up America.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125487Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:42:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125487Keith Miller, Phoenix, AZGive IMUS a Break good lord, one slip and your ready to end his career, I suppose everyone is Soooo shocked of course, we all are perfect and NEAVER say anything we wish we hadn't, forgive and forget or are we all so big a christians that we forgot to execcpt another persons "I'm sorry"http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125488Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:42:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125488susan foley denver coloradoAmen Al. There need to be more African American leaders like you..I'm so appalled by this jerk Imus but no one cares what I think. They do care what you think! Speak out more!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125489Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:42:59 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125489Rhonda O'Brien, Myrtle Beach SCI agree with many others as well as what Mr. Imus stated....it was a stupid comment he made for which he has apologized for. What more does he have to do in order to prove that he is really sorry for his comments? It was very brave of him to go on the radio with Al Sharpton.....it is Rev. Sharpton who is the coward by refusing to go on Imus' show. There are plenty of people including Rev. Sharpton who have made stupid and hurtful comments in the past....but we seem to still see them on TV or hear them on radio. When Rev. Sharpton gets fired from the radio for his past, present and future stupid comments...because we all know he will make one....then Imus should be fired from his gig. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125490Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125490Carol F. Richmond, VAI think it is time for all the "in your face" behaviors of TV and radio personalities to be discussed. This is not comedy or entertainment it is mean spirited contagious behavior. Is it any wonder that these behavior then trickle down and become grossly offensive to others. None of them are acceptable - making fun at anyones expense is cruel. No wonder we have difficulties today with peoples behavior - it is presented as ok! Turn them all off - don't stop with Imus.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125492Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125492J. Snipes, Dallas, TXThere are a "comedy of errors" concerning this situation. First, Rev. Sharpton and Jackson, while well meaning, are not the voices of the Black community. They are the more notables, but not the leaders, plus they have their own racial issues to deal with. I think the comments taken in full context were sexist and racist. He called the girls "jigaboos" and "nappy headed hoes"! As an African American who comes from southern rearing, this is unacceptable and he should go. If I called George Bush a "redneck Cracker" in my classroom I'm sure I'd get canned. He has a much wider audience than do I.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125497Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125497Neb Okla, Columbus, OHIt's minor incidents like these where the enemies of liberty stand to be counted. Nappy is a term descriving tight ringlets which may be appropriate for describing a persons hairstyle. I'd never use "ho" to describe a woman that was not a prostitute or exceptionally slutty. Don should not have used the term to refer to the team en-masse. Imus's detractors only make the situation worse by taking special offense at ordinary words. They should criticise Imus for being an inarticulate buffoon, but if that were a firing offense then hardly any of the folks raising a stink about this gaffe qualify to remain employed.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125505Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125505Doug M., Princeton, NJAl's comments are measured, supported, well-expressed. Yet I cannot agree with the contention that this radio personality must be fired or must resign. I don't think that you can separate the fact that Don Imus' forum is entertainment and that the comments were made in an irreverant manner. The intent was clearly to get a laugh by saying something shocking. It obviously was a bad choice, thoughtless, unfunny, potentially hurtful to the people who were the subject of the joke. What ARE the rules regarding race and entertainment? Can a black comedian use the "n-word" freely while other ethnicities cannot? Can a black hip-hop artist refer to women as "ho's" without offending, while others cannot? I'm not sure, but I believe it merits some thought. It seems to me that Michael Richards and Mel Gibson are not relevant comparisons, as Richards abandoned his comic persona to launch into a seemingly hate-filled diatribe... and Gibson also spoke his mind as himself, not "in character". Imus, it seems, was "in character" as the outrageous shock jock. He may not be much of an artist, but what he was doing WAS entertainment, and not journalism. Finally, I am more interested in the Rutgers reaction, uncoached by Al Sharpton or Jesse Jackson. I lived in NYC during the Tawana Brawley fiasco... and the two-decade old "Hymietown" reference resurfaced today. Those incidents, which did nothing to aid the racial discourse in America, were not made in the context of entertainment. Yet we have all moved on, and Sharpton and Jackson have been allowed to be judged on their greater body of work. Don Imus may have finally made a fatal career mistake. If his networks don't think so, then maybe the listeners will change their minds by abandoning his radio program and the television simulcast. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125506Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125506Michael, Ogden, UTI have occassionally had the misfortune of hearing Imus on the radio. His humor isn't funny. At best, he's irritating and obnoxious but these comments are too much. Society has no place for fanning the flames of racism. This is a good time to can Imus and remind America that racism is damaging, immoral, and wrong.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125507Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125507J Allen, Richland, WashingtonI am a college educated African American female who has lived my entire life being treated as if I am a "Hard-Core, Nappy-Headed, Ho". Let's use this as an opportunity to make a statement. Stop defending the people who have gotten away with the use of this language in past. Imus must go today!http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125513Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:43:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125513PamDear Mr. Roker, It's takes courage to stand up and disagree with your employer. Thank you for showing this courage on such a vital matter. Don Imus is a symptom of what we accept or gloss over in America. It runs deep and it's ugly, but it can be healed. The first step is admitting that it exists and that we will no longer tolerate it, no matter who says it. I appreciate your courage and integrity.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125712Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:52:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125712Quentin/Washington, DCThis is a good debate but some of you are getting a little too personal with it. I'm always in AWE when someone writes that Al Sharpton and/or Jessie Jackson are leaders of and speaks for the entire black community. With that being said, my question is, "who are the leaders/spokesperson for the white, latino, asian communities? Just because a person spaeks out on an issue doesn't make him or her the laeder of the entire community. As for Imus, I guess the problem is that he is heard by and influences millions of people in an already divided country and he should be aware that his audince is very diverse. As for the Rap music, most of the people posting are making this specifically about black people when again rap is listened by, played, performed and produced by a very diverse group so some of you should get your facts straight and stop putting everything on one group of people.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125716Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:52:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125716Jovan, Ft. Lauderdale, FloridaIts easy for folks to say, "hey, just ignore the guy if you dont like him." I am sure if we ignore him, he will REALLY learn his lesson. Racism is such a strange thing. Somehow people want minorities to FORGIVE and FORGET all the time. Everyone cant be MLK or Ghandi. The logic behind turning the other cheek is righteous but if someone cuts you off on the road you'll flip them the bird or follow them down the road. hmmmm... Rev. Al and Rev. Jackson are sooooo racists to point out that a white person said something that is messed up. Heck, lets include that nice guy Al Roker too. He needs to just laugh and smile and possibly put a dance or two in there for good measure... If he doesnt shuck and jive, then what's his problem! His only problem is that he is pointing out the obvious to some of his core audience who didnt realize that women and minorities get mistreated all the time.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125718Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125718Dan TyrrellForgiveness. That's all. Let's all consider that word.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125719Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125719PSS, Silver Spring MDI think Imus should go, and I don't condone what is done by rappers or other black morning talk shows that use racial epithets to denegrate the black race either. I don't watch MTV and I would like to see it taken off the air if it has to subcribe to this genre to get ratings. I don't agree with the TV award shows that "glorify" these artists either. If there is a place for us to vote to get them off the air, I will gladly do so. I feel that Imus as well as the rappers, and black morning talk shows that do the same thing should all go, and I don't think we as a race need to clean ourselves up first. Because of the generations of oppression and other injustices, it may take generations for all of us to come together to remove these words and thoughts from our vocabularies. For us to wait until we can all get on one accord about this is just a delay tactic. We need to stamp it out whenever we see or hear it, hence Imus needs to go now, as well as any mediums that supports degrading rap lyrics, as well as black morning talk radio that does the same thing to get laughs. These things can all happen simultaneously. I don't think we should single anyone of them out. Finally, I don't consider either Jesse Jackson or Al Sharpton my spokesperson. As far as I know we as black people have not unanamously nominated them as such. It is the white press that put them in this position by continuing to seek these 2 gentlemen out for comment on behalf of the black population. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125738Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125738David Lantana FLDon Imus made a thoughtless remark. Over his 30 plus years career he has given much of his time and money to help sick children and our brave soldiers. He has done this without regard to the ethnicticity of those in need of his help. And yes his show is off beat and occasionally crosses the line. But is there anyone anywhere who has not made a derogatory ethnic or sexual comment sometime in there life. This is not to say that his cooment was ok. It wasn't. But how long must this man gravel. And gravel before people who have said and done far worse. Enough.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125740Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:52 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125740Dorky MoronThis is an endemic problem throughout our society. Don Imus is simply the latest lightning rod. I watched the news conference and saw an entire basketball team including the coach and the president of the University exhibiting incredible class. These are the people our children should be emulating. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125741Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:53:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125741Leah Brown, Evansville, INI am sick of the double standard in our country. African Americans can use racist remarks to each other and it is not offensive (by the way, it is offensive to me even though I'm not black) but if the same remark is made by a caucasian, asian, or any other race, it's racist remark. Hogwash! Leave Imus alone! While the remark is regrettable, he has done enough good to last a life time. If he is fired over this, I will not watch MSNBC again. What is the saying, Let he who is without sin cast the first stone andlet's not forget Mr. Sharpton's and Jess Jackson's transgressions. Jump off the band wagon and start using your energy to help the homeless or sick or our soliders overseas fighting for this country. At this point due to all their negativity and publicity grabbing Mr Sharpton and Mr. Jackson hold no creditability at all.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125745Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:54:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125745Dorothy, Detroit, MISince when has it ever been "fun" to denigrate and insult others? Imus' comments were very offensive and hurtful period. Unless his bosses make an example of him and announce a zero-tolerance on racial, sexist, or other offensive remarks, he will continue on as before. Indeed, this is how he has made living, and why he is getting paid the big bucks.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#125746Tue, 10 Apr 2007 17:54:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:125746Hedy, Fishers, INWhat he said was wrong and mean - not because it was about black people but because it was about people! The man needs to be fired because he is hateful and is using the airwaves to spread that hate. Isn't that what we are fighting in our war on terror? As for his language, his racial slurs are so much less than that of Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson. At least Imus isn't passing himself off as a religious leader. The reverse discrimination in this country is alarming! I'm glad to see so many others are as tired of it as I am. And to the players, I'm sorry for you as women and as human beings. Who cares what color you are or what words were used; you have worked hard and been publicly humilated. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126060Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:22 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126060Trudy G., Los Angeles I'm tired of the same ole negative talk about Blacks. Year after year some television/radio personality says something demeaning to the entire race. Each year, Blacks are outraged. Each year whites apologize. It's a vicious cycle -- it appears to feed on its self. When will it end? I'm outraged when ANY artist uses the word "ho". Most Black adults comdemn that sort of talk. I don't care for it when Chris Rock or any other entertainer uses words that stereotype. Rock, Snoop, along with Imus ought to pay a hefty price if they use demeaning terms in their songs or standup routines. Boycott, and if need be, fire them all! This shouldn't be a discussion we are still having in 2007! http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126062Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126062Michele G, Alexandria, LAAl, I agree with you and give you credit for putting your feelings on the line. It takes courage to call for Imus to quit. Thanks.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126063Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126063Troy, South BendI agree with Cassandra B from Columbus GA 100%. There is a very large double standard when it comes to racial issues in this country. This is larger then some radio guy. There is more reverse discrimination in this country then most people will admit. What is the main issue that is seeked from the "black" community: Equality. Well there certainly is none of that on both sides of the fence.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126064Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126064Joseph Hutchinson, Estill, SC, I wonder what a rapper such as Nellie would have to say about the comments made by Imus. Could it be that some rap lyrics have desensitized us to the denigration of Black women to the point that even those who are successfully competing academically, athletically, and in the business world as well are all grouped together into such negative caricatures. Is Condoleeza Rice to be the next subject of his venomous attacks? Just as interesting, is the question as to whether or not Rev.'s Jackson and Sharpton would come to her defense if she were. In any event, this is America ladies, we don't forgive, we sue.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126066Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126066kgadson washington, dcI had (and maybe still have) a button that stated "I'm happy I'm nappy...so at first I didn't really get the racial part...I got the sexist aspect but the racial went over my head at first...then it dawned on me...this is the very thing that racism is all about...when you think about the word "nappy", you don't think asian, you don't think mexican, nor do you think white...what comes to mind is black...therefore what imus was really saying is "black hoes"...why is this dangerous...because the levels of imus's exposure is vast...you don't have to pay to see him and yet he has the ability to reach millions of listeners without having to be responsible...or so he thought...fire him...he has to much free access to the american public to be so abusive....and rappers who have been known to be just as degrading to women and people of color...well you have to come out of your pocket to support that sort of trash...so if that's how you want to spend your money then i'd say it's the american way....http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126067Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:08:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126067Franklin, Mt. Clare, West VirginiaWhat's missing here is common sense. From what I've read he made his comments on a Wednesday and apologized on a Friday. Two days to apologize? What in the world would make anyone think calling these girls "nappy headed hoes" would be considered funny? Freedom of speech doesn't mean you can say anything at anytime about anyone. If, after meeting with Mr. Imus, these young women decide not to accept his apology he should do the honorable thing and resign. Common sense says you have to take responsibility for your actions, but come to think of it if Don Imus had commen sense he wouldn't have said that crap in the first place. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126420Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:00 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126420Hugh SmithWith all of his experience why would someone with so much to lose say something so stupid? Leaves me to wonder what he says off the air. Look we all have said stupid things in our life about the other race, gender, handicap...ect, let Imus say what he wants, let him dig his own grave. Let the ratings decide his fall.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126422Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:04 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126422John Dowdle, Boise, IDI feel for all the members of the Rutgers team of which my cousin is one. I would think a player of a team that just competed for a national championship should be praised for the job well done. I hope this brings them togather even more and they go on to accomplish greatness. This is not just a racial issue my cousin is not black. I am a guy and I was offended by garbage the human race had to hear from him.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126424Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:09 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126424janeti totally agree that imus'comments were way out of line, and exactly how many times must people of any race, religion, or ethnicity have to endure these insensitive ramblings, only to have it discussed on national television every other week.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126425Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126425thomas zingarellaStevie Wonder used the term "nabby headed boy" on his album "songs in the key of life" over 30 years ago. The album is considered on of the best albums ever recorded. I have this album and never gave two thoughts to the term. Doing this type comedy can take you to the edge and sometimes you go over the edge. Anyone that listens to the show knows Imus is as far from a racist as there can be. His outrage from Harold Ford Jr not being elected because he is Black is only a small point to prove it. He brought this point up many times on his show since the last election. Losing his job is not warranted here. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126426Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:14 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126426Jake LaurenceI feel that the comments that Imus made were idiotic, Unwarranted and not funny in the least. However, the man stood up, said he was wrong and apoligized. Shouldn't a "Reverend" accept this?http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126427Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:15 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126427Abe Aguayo, Paterson NJI think, Imus is a good man who maid a stupid, dumb, mistake. He should have never said those remarks but he is not a racist. The woman on the Rutgers basketball team should have never been talked about in that manner. I also think it's between Imus and the University of Rutgers. People like Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson are not the spoksmen for Rutgers. With respect to Mr Sharpton, lets not forget Tawana Brawley. With respect to Mr Jackson, let's not forget that he fathered a child while married. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126428Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126428Andrew, Los Angeles, CAIt's not fair to lump Howard Stern in with Imus. Stern is an equal-opportunity offender. Nobody is safe and everybody is equal. That's what makes his so show so great. Whether you're black, white, Latino, retarded, a dwarf, Jewish or Christian, it doesn't matter. That doesn't mean he'll make fun of you. It just means that nobody is safe from criticism. Don Imus is a bigot with a history of racist behavior. He only apologized because he was forced to. Al Sharpton is an Anti-Semite and he still hasn't apologized for the Tawana Brawley incident. Don Imus apologizing to Al Sharpton is like Tim Hardaway apologizing to Mel Gibson.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126429Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:25:19 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126429J FarrellIf we don't start demanding some decency and accountability from our media hosts (ALL of them), we'll never get anywhere. If Imus gets fired, that's a darn good start. Then Ann Coulter and Bill O'Reilly need to go next for their constant use of ethnically snide remarks. And oh yes, entertainers should be held accountable as well -- ALL of them. I don't care what color they are or what color they're talking about, they're still introducing division and dissension where none should exist. Denigrating women, foreigners, those of different ethnic cultures, disrespecting G'd's miracle of diversity flies in the face of any self-respecting human being. To do so for a laugh is not only disgusting -- it's sinful (Mt 22:36-40). If we're going to teach our children to respect the dignity of other people, then the media shouldn't be teaching the opposite lessons. Yes, Al; Imus and the rest must go. If they can't respect human dignity, then they shouldn't hold a microphone, don't care who they are.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126553Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:31:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126553Gene Jackson, Redondo, CAWhat Imus said was mean spirited. To compare what he said to things said by black comedians and rappers is akin to comparing apples to oranges. There is a legacy of hatred tied to the words Imus used. Not just the "nappy headed ho's" comment, but the "jiggaboo" comment as well. Imus is intelligent enough, as are most white americans, to know this. Enough is enough. Racism disguised as comedy is not funny. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126556Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:31:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126556C.A., Tucson AZImus Needs to go - he crossed the line. If he is allowed to just get away with a suspension it sets yet another precedence that tells everyone it's ok to say racial slurs targeting a specific group of people and blow it off as comedy. Wrong is wrong. He should be fired, not just for what he said but to prove a point - he went too far and he needs to suffer the consequences. His producer needs to go as well - those two were just fueling each other's fire.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126558Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:31:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126558Sterling, Memphis,TNAl is correct in what he said as are a lot of other people. Imus' comments aren't appropriate for anyone to say and people should stop supporting anyone who makes them, no matter what genre. Regarding forgiveness, let's not get it confused with punishment. When a wrong has been committed, the transgressor should be forgiven AND punished. Forgiveness doesn't negate the punishment. God forgives all who sincerely asks, but all still have to die because of the transgression of sin. Go before a judge in court and ask for forgiveness. He/she may grant it, but you will still be punished. Amy Land of Houston, yes, Imus' comments and those of the person to whom he was talking were were sexist, but unfortunately you are just ignorant of the racist connotations of jigaboos, wannabes, nappy headed hoes, etc. There is and was acknowlegdement of the sexist nature of the conversation, and that was addressed this morning on the Today Show, so the sexism isn't being ignored. We all must, with our voice, deeds, and dollars, cry out against all racism, sexism, bigotry and anything else that's wrong or immoral. Just because it's legally allowed doesn't mean it's right. A lot of laws are wrong.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126559Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:31:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126559Tom Wearing, Imlay City, MichiganIt's ironic that it takes some idiotic comments from someone like Don Imus to fuel any kind of real, no-holds-barred dialogue between blacks and whites. As far as I can tell, there is not an American alive whose hearts and minds are free of racial prejudice. Yet we quickly rise to attack those who freely express it as part of normal conversation. Of course they were crude and backward, but Imus' off-the-cuff attempt at humor shows both how little and far we've come in dealing with our nation's black/white divide. Maybe this situation can be used as an opportunity to begin some honest dialogue between the races, and possibly even some degree of understanding that does not exist at this juncture. Maybe, Imus has inadvertently done all of us a great service -- to clearly demonstrate the need to get such issues out in the open. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#126561Tue, 10 Apr 2007 18:31:40 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:126561Christime, Washington,D.C.Imus poked fun at some girls who hadn't done anything to him. He was being a bully. Who cares what black rappers say, that doesn't justify his comments. It's an excuse and a bad one at that, considering that more white people buy rap/hip hop music than african americans.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128145Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128145Calvin, Waukegan ILI find Don Imus to be rude, crude and racist. I have a difficult time watching his show. This not the first racist or sexist comments he made. This is just the first time we made a big deal about. His comments are not appropriate, I think its time that all people in America make stand against racist and prejudice. Its time for black people to make a stand against black rappers, comedians who think it okay to make racist comments against whites, and against women. As a black man I am disgusted by the way we talk about black women. Black men need to look in the mirror. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128146Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128146karis CQRemember that Seinfeld episode where Jerry said he believed the dentist became jewish so he could make jewish jokes? Well thats why black entertainers can say these things and Imus can't. I'm surprised women's groups aren't expressing outrage too. The nappy headed thing is just silly but ho was so incredibly inappropriate I can't believe people are actually defending him.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128147Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128147Larry Love, Pittsburgh PAI remember when Tim Hardaway was on his gay bashing tour. The NBA more or less banned him for life in representing anything they sponsored, that was easy so what is the big deal on dumping IMUS? He said a real foolish,ignorant thing and he must be dealt with in the same manner in which Mr. Hardaway was dealt with for his foolishness & ignorance. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128148Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128148Tia ShanieWhat I don't understand is how so many peoples comments on the Imus situation has been reduced to passing the buck on to Rap stars like they are the only other source of derogatory language on the air ways give me a break! PLEASE! I am a 30 year old Black female from the Bronx, NY. I grew up with the music that some of you seem to be comparing to the Imus statement. I have heard songs that use words like Bit#@ and H# which were offensive to some not me personally but to some. The big difference is that the music that uses derogatory language is generally not directed towards in one specific person. Don Imus was not making a comment about women who behave in a proactive manner. Most rappers are encountering h#'s on a daily basis, women who have no morals or values so they are willing to do just about anything with anyone who has something shinny to dangle in front of there eyes. Imus was speaking to one team of basketball players by name directly. These are young ladies who are in school trying to achieve success in there academic lives and on the court. How would you feel if you were just trying to be the best you that you could be and all of sudden were attacked verbally for no good reason at all? With that being said I don't think that Imus should be fired, because I am now, and always will be an advocate for freedom of speech.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128149Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:35 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128149Free Speech ProponantLots of people offend me. There's no crime against that, as far as I know. Firing would be a ridiculous reaction. Howard Stern would never work again. Racism is bad. Overreacting is bad.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128151Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:37 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128151FayeTo all the people that think that it was ok for this person to say what he did are people that have not been treated nor talked about as a race of people I will assure you that if someone from one of the other stations had said that he would have been fired before the new would have got out to the public come it's still here.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128152Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128152Stephanie, PortlandI agree with Al and think Imus needs to be taken off the air, but I thought that long before this incident. What he said about tthe Rutger girls was wrong, period. In addition, there have been MANY times when Mr Sharpton and Mr Jackson have made racial comments over the years...and who said anything? No one, that's who. Black people have been done so wrong for so long they now have a free pass when they are "leaders" of the black community. White people don't want to stand up to a black person who says something racial because it will be seen as minor compared to what their ancestors had endured. And no white person I know wants to bring all that up. But who put those two in charge of african-american policy anyway? This was just another bandwagon for them to jump on and get things all stirred up... And if it wasn't Imus it would have been someone else. Just as there will be more wagons down the road. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#128153Tue, 10 Apr 2007 20:04:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:128153Chris V, Brookline, NHWell, ever since Imus hoodwinked everyone with his 'camp for underprivileged children' out in New Mexico (read: His own personal Taj Mahal), I've had nothing but disdain for him. But the same people revolting against Imus turn a blind eye to the vile rantings of the REVERENDS. Clearly and without a shred of doubt, this is because the REVERENDS are on the correct side of the political aisle as Mr. Roker. They get a 'hall pass' for anything they say because they are card-carrying elite Liberals.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#129105Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:09:46 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:129105Greg Roberts, Spokane, WAWhen the African American community begins to have more respect for itself, perhaps they can begin to expect it from everyone else. Don Imus certainly said something stupid, but it wasn't nearly as bad as what comes out of the mouths of black rappers and comedians concerning their own female population. Do Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton really speak for the majority of African Americans?? I don't think they do. They have caused more racial intolerance than they have repaired.http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#129107Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:09:54 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:129107Robbin, Centennial, CO Fire him! It was an unexcusable sexist and racist comment! As a woman and mother of a young basketball player, I ask where are the women on this one? He called young, accommplished women who put blood, sweat and tears into their work and reached the highest point at their level of play "hos". This is outrageous and we women cannot let it slide. And neither should the men! Think about someone on the national airwaves referring to your young daughters as hos. He went too far and should be fired. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#129109Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:09:59 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:129109Robbin, Centennial, CO Fire him! It was an unexcusable sexist and racist comment! As a woman and mother of a young basketball player, I ask where are the women on this one? He called young, accommplished women who put blood, sweat and tears into their work and reached the highest point at their level of play "hos". This is outrageous and we women cannot let it slide. And neither should the men! Think about someone on the national airwaves referring to your young daughters as hos. He went too far and should be fired. http://allday.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/10/116906.aspx#129110Tue, 10 Apr 2007 21:10:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:129110Jeff, Deerfield, ILI completely agree with Al Roker. Imus needs to be fired. A two week suspension is like a slap on the wrist. If my daughter was one of the basketball players he was referring to, I would be extremely angry and upset. Enough is enough. Firing Imus will hopefully send a message that this kind of language is not acceptable in any context.