T-shirt Issue

[Guest guest]

Hi All,

While I did get a response (almost a form letter type response)we will see what

else they have to say. I am proud of those that took the time to write because

they are getting mail about it (as they should).

Kathy

Everett,

Thank you for writing, we have a number of emails regarding this

subject. Your message has been forwarded to the general manager, as he

needs to hear from their local listeners.

___________________________

Anita C.

Clear Channel Communications

t-shirt

I am writing about the t-shirt that Rock 96 in Atlanta is promoting

about

Special Olmpics and being " retarded " . I am offended and saddened to

think

that people could be so insensitive to the feelings of others. I have a

child who is " retarded " and she has participated in Special Olympics for

many years now.

Special Olympics have provided her with a venue where she is successful

and

has helped to build her self-esteem. While there is no doubt she is

still

" retarded " as the t-shirt you are promoting states, she feels a great

deal

of accomplishment after competing in Special Olympics. I also teach

students that participate in Special Olympics and can verify the

wonderful

feelings they demonstrate during and after the games.

While you have the right to say what you want and promote what you want,

I

would like to think you possess more social responsibility. Promoting a

t-shirt that is degrading is irresponsible. You have the social

responsiblity to help decrease prejudice. I hope you see that you made

a

poor choice in selecting and promoting this t-shirt and will remove it

from

your web site.

Kathy Everett

678 624-7777

4090 Bridge Crossing

Alpharetta, GA 30022