MSNBC You Later Imus

ImusMSNBC just announced it will no longer simulcast Don Imus' radio show.

In a statement to TMZ, MSNBC says "Effective immediately, MSNBC will no longer simulcast the "Imus in the Morning" radio program. This decision comes as a result of an ongoing review process, which initially included the announcement of a suspension. It also takes into account many conversations with our own employees. What matters to us most is that the men and women of NBC Universal have confidence in the values we have set for this company. This is the only decision that makes that possible. Once again, we apologize to the women of the Rutgers basketball team and to our viewers. We deeply regret the pain this incident has caused."

An FCC spokesperson has confirmed to TMZ that they have received complaints about Imus' remarks, but downplays media reports that they have launched an investigation.



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61. This is appropriate. He is a repeat offender. I do not think African-Americans are pretending to be insulted. There is real pain in the community.

We cannot accept this behavior. He's a rich man; he'll be fine.

Posted at 7:05PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Trish

62. First, why African-American when most never came from there. Are we German-American and etc, the whites?

Secondly as above, there are two sets of standards. The rappers can call their "women" anything and it is fine, acceptable, everyone laughs, and the wome want to sit next to them; even do as they desire. Let a "white" say something and watch what happens!

Why?????

Third, what do the black "activists" have to do-besides stir up trouble? The blacks need to get smart and realize Jackson and the others are using them for publicity and fame, nothing else!

Posted at 7:10PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Salina Seko

63. OVER REACTION!!!!!!!!!!

Posted at 7:02PM on Apr 11th 2007 by carole

64. they caved.. and he is foul mouthed but , he is being made an example . Shaprton makes me ill, so self centered and always so right . cant stand him

Posted at 7:02PM on Apr 11th 2007 by chuckles

65. THE HEAD BECOMES THE TAIL...REAP AND WEEP

Posted at 9:21PM on Apr 11th 2007 by BOPRAH

66. Go LADY VOLS you beat RUTGERS........................................

Posted at 7:06PM on Apr 11th 2007 by I see *********

67. So much for freedom of speech. I think this is incredibly HARSH!!! This man has done so much GOOD for so many children. I see NO justice in this. My prayers are with IMUS and his family.

Posted at 7:05PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Diana

68. Yes, Imus made a rude and tasteless remark that was not funny to most, but his critics want political correctness -and they want him censored! Is this still America? What happened to the right to free speech and the 1st amendment? From what I've read and seem of Imus' critics, they are the very same type of politically correct individuals who routinely support the ACLU and freedom of speech. These are the same kind of people who supported the neo-Nazis when they wanted to march on Skokie, Ill. in 1978. Skokie had the largest number of Jewish concentration camp survivors of any city in the world at that time and the Neo-Nazis wanted to march there. Yet, the ACLU supported their right to speak and march. How is this different? I didn't believe the Nazis should have been able to march because I felt they targeted Skokie in order to terrorize the residents who had numbers tattooed on their arms from the concentration camps. But the ACLU and the courts found it to be covered under the 1st amendment. That being the law, how can they fire Imus for this?????As offensive as it may be, speech like this should never be censored just because someone doesn't like it.

Posted at 7:06PM on Apr 11th 2007 by MSNBC IS JUST BEING POLITICALLY CORRECT

69. So sad. That is just ridiculous.

Posted at 7:05PM on Apr 11th 2007 by IMUS FAN

70. Mike Nifong tried to please the black community to get their vote and looked what happened...He may be disbarred............Way to go DUKE LACROSSE PLAYER......innocent...charges dropped.................................

Posted at 7:16PM on Apr 11th 2007 by I see *********

71. I said no to the poll. I don't think he will have to be banned I believe American sponsors and the public will speak out regarding the racist and sexist remarks!!! He will reap what he sows: negativity ! He is in the minority now! These were sucessful women: black and white. He can have his talk show but no one will air it or sponsor it. The remarks flowed very easily...he very sad. I bet the females in his life (if there are any) are really proud of him. May God have mercy on him.

Posted at 7:09PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Teresa

72. What goes around comes around...REV. SHARPTON and JACKSON

Posted at 7:19PM on Apr 11th 2007 by I see *********

73. I do not agree with the back lash given to Don Imus for his comments. Why is it that all other races except for white people, can get away with all the racist remarks? White people do not have a the Latin Music Awards, a special magazine called Ivory nor have dedicated T.V. channels for white people. We are the minority now. Let people have freedom of speech. If you don't like it, don't listen to it on the radio or change the channel. My America is being consumed with always being politically correct. If we are going to point fingers and criticize Don Imus, it may be time to crticize EVERYONE who is a public figure. Whether that be hip hop artists, politicians or anyone in the public eye.

Posted at 7:11PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Jennifer

74.

the ones who suffer from this is the kids that go to his ranch that have cancer,and what about the vets ! look at all the good he done for them ,as a desert storm vet that was wounded twice I thank you for all you did Imus,tell me what has Sharpton,or jackson ever done for anyone? not a damn thing! I guess its ok for blacks to say whatever they want to and get away with it like those duke players that went thur hell for a year! but if a white person said it all hell breaks lose! well I hope a never hear a black person call a white person a cracker,whitie,etc.what gives them the right ?

Posted at 7:08PM on Apr 11th 2007 by baddass

75. Hey! If the comb fits........

(I feel sorry for the poor SOB. Anybody remember Tawana Brawley?)

Posted at 7:08PM on Apr 11th 2007 by Nanette

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