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Basic Principles of Civility

Posted by roc on May 05 2009 | Shock Jocks

Currently on the web site of WTTK in Boston, home of the suspended shock jock Jay Severin:

“WTKK and Greater Media value an open and vigorous dialogue, but we also adhere to basic principles of civility, common decency and respect for all cultures. We believe Jay’s suspension is the best way to uphold both of these corporate policies. WTKK Management met with Jay Severin and his agent today. He will remain on suspension until further notice.”

Until FURTHER NOTICE? Why didn’t anyone at WTTK “notice” Severin’s lack of “basic principles of civility, common decency and respect for all cultures” before this latest episode? And why is the station only suspending Severin — instead of firing the bum?

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