WMAL Suspends Graham For “Terrorist Organization” Comment
The Washington Post reports WMAL Washington talk-show host Michael Graham was suspended last week for repeatedly describing Islam as a "terrorist organization" on his program.
Chris Berry, president & GM of the Disney-owned station, said that Graham would be suspended for making statements that "crossed the line." Berry added, "We do not condone his position and believe his statements were irresponsible," Berry said in a statement.
Graham said last Monday that the fault for recent acts of terrorism lies not with Islamic radicals alone but also with Muslims generally because religious leaders and followers have tacitly supported extreme elements. "The problem is not extremism," Graham told listeners. "The problem is Islam." He also said, "We are at war with a terrorist organization named Islam."
