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CAIR-NY Calls on 77 WABC to Drop "Deranged Racist" Sid Rosenberg

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The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY) has called on 77 WABC to terminate radio host Sid Rosenberg for his hateful remarks on the 9/11 terror attacks and his history of anti-black racism. Rosenberg made inflammatory comments during a segment on his morning show, implying that Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani "would probably cheer" if another 9/11-style terrorist attack occurred. CAIR-NY Executive Director Afaf Nasher stated that WABC should have never hired Rosenberg given his racist history and that his remarks are unacceptable for a radio program accessible to thousands of New Yorkers.

Key Takeaways:

  • CAIR-NY called on 77 WABC to drop Sid Rosenberg for his hateful remarks on the 9/11 terror attacks and his history of anti-black racism.
  • Rosenberg made a series of inflammatory comments during a segment on his morning show, implying that Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani "would probably cheer" if another 9/11-style terrorist attack occurred.
  • CAIR-NY Executive Director Afaf Nasher stated that WABC should have never hired Rosenberg given his racist history, citing a previous incident where he compared Black female athletes to animals.
  • The remarks made by Rosenberg were deemed unacceptable for a radio program accessible to thousands of New Yorkers.
  • CAIR-NY also criticized conservative radio stations for platforming "deranged racists and open bigots".
  • The incident highlights the need for greater accountability and sensitivity in media commentary, particularly when discussing sensitive topics like terrorism and racism.

Statistics:

  • 77 WABC is a conservative radio station based in New York City.
  • Sid Rosenberg has a history of making racist remarks, including comparing Black female athletes to animals.
  • The 9/11 terror attacks occurred on September 11, 2001.
  • Assemblymember Zohran Mamdani is a New York State Assemblymember.
  • CAIR-NY has called on 77 WABC to terminate Rosenberg's contract.

Sources:

  • Council on American-Islamic Relations - NY (CAIR-NY) - https://www.cair.com/
  • Press Release: CAIR-NY Calls on 77 WABC to Drop "Deranged Racist" Sid Rosenberg for 9/11 Remarks, History of Anti-Black Racism - https://www.cair.com/press_releases/cair-ny-calls-on-77-wabc-to-drop-deranged-racist-sid-rosenberg-for-9-11-remarks-history-of-anti-black-racism/

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