Home > Politics > Clear Channel Dumps Howard Stern Clear Channel Dumps Howard Stern Date Created:04/08/04 06:48 PM Radio giant Clear Channel has dumped radio bad-boy Howard Stern. In a statement on his web site, Stern says the move is "not a surprise," but a "follow up to the McCarthy type 'witch hunt' of the administration and the activities of this group of presidential appointees in the FCC, led by 'Colin Powell Jr.' and his band of players." Clear Channel made the decision after learning that the FCC planned to fine the company some half-million dollars. As the FCC's complaint demonstrates, Stern is a disgusting potty mouth that I wouldn't want my kids listening to. Nevertheless, there is a certain amount of hypocrisy involved. As I've noted before, Clear Channel is a huge supporter of President Bush. And, as Common Cause alleges, political support for the Bushes has paid off pretty well. More: Media Week (April 8) |

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