Dear Membership:
I am writing in regards to the recent comments by Don Imus about the Rutgers Women Basketball Team. (See http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/3036713/ ). Your national board is taking swift action on this matter. We have contacted the National Association of Black Journalist, MSNBC, and Westwood One concerning the issue. We have issued a press release concerning the issue. See attached document.
While Mr. Imus's comments did not violate any laws, we have the power to stand up when an assault is made on the black community. Taking a stance on this issue falls squarely in line with our theme for this year and our founding purpose: "40 Years of History: Ensuring Inseverability." In addition to taking a public stance, NBLSA chapters may individually take action.
On a local level, NBLSA chapters can send a message directly to MSNBC and Imus. The Young Black Professional Guide has a form directly linked to MSNBC and Imus. (See http://ybpguide.com/contact-msnbc-and-imus). If your chapter would like to make a comment on this issue, you may sign your chapter name under the "name" field, and send a message directly to MSNBC and Imus.While instances like this may be viewed as reactionary politics by some, we must keep in mind the broader implications of accepting a two-week suspension for behavior such as Mr. Imus. I would encourage the membership to stay intensified not only concerning issues such as this, but our key initiatives for the upcoming year.
Working for you,
Eddie L. Koen Jr.
National Black Law Students AssociationNational Chair - Elect 2007-2008
L. Jared Boyd
National Black Law Students AssociationAttorney General - Elect 2007-2008
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