What I Should Have Said Theater

Executives at MSNBC and CBS:

"Due the despicable remarks made by Don Imus which caused so much hurt and so much controversy we no longer feel that we can in good conscience allow his program to be broadcast on our network. His termination is effective Monday, April 16th. This will allow Mr. Imus to conduct his annual radiothon which benefits three fine and worthy charities. While we are dismayed at his remarks, we appreciate his efforts to heal the wounds he has caused. One way he does that is by enriching the lives of the people who benefit from his great charitable works. We also want to allow Don Imus two days each year to continue the fine tradition of the radiothon that he started 18 years ago.. The decision to allow him to continue on our airwaves for two more days has nothing to do with Mr. Imus himself, or the young women he has insulted. This decision was made with thoughts of the many sick youngsters who lives are made better because of the money Mr. Imus raises. We know that Al Sharpton and Jesse Jackson are vehement in their demands for Mr. Imus' immediate termination, but they are just going to have to hold their venom for two more days. Given the circumstances they should have no problem doing so."