For what insensitive comment was Imus fired by CBS in 2007?
An offensive remark about the Boston Red Sox
A sexist comment about a female politician
A derogatory statement about the Rutgers University women's basketball team
A racial slur towards a guest
Answer
In 2007, CBS fired radio personality Don Imus for making a derogatory statement about the Rutgers University women's basketball team. He called the team "nappy headed hos" on air. The comments sparked outrage and led to a public outcry for his firing. Imus eventually apologized for his comments, but CBS still decided to let him go.
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