From the NAACP website regarding the firing of Don Imus (
http://www.naacp.org/news/press/2007-04-13-02/index.htm):
"The NAACP commends CBS and MSNBC for removing Don Imus from their networks and also recognizes that further action is needed to eradicate such hurtful speech from our popular culture.
"The announcement by CBS and MSNBC that they will no longer carry Don Imus' show is a welcome first step in removing this scourge from the airwaves," said NAACP National Board of Directors Chairman Julian Bond. "Our protests against other enablers - the show's sponsors and guests -- will continue.""
From today's NAACP press conference regarding Michael Vick (
http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_yl...v=ap&type=lgns):
"As a society, we should aid in his rehabilitation and welcome a new Michael Vick back into the community without a permanent loss of his career in football," said R.L. White, president of the NAACP's Atlanta chapter. "We further ask the NFL, Falcons, and the sponsors not to permanently ban Mr. Vick from his ability to bring hours of enjoyment to fans all over this country.""
I guess the merciless killing of dogs isn't as bad as telling jokes on the radio. Who knew?