CNN cuts ties with Reza Aslan following anti-Trump tweets

CNN cuts ties with Reza Aslan following anti-Trump tweets

CNN has parted ways with "Believer" host Reza Aslan less than a week after the religious scholar came under fire for a series of heated tweets he made about President Trump.

"CNN has decided to not move forward with production on the acquired series 'Believer with Reza Aslan' (season two)," a CNN rep told Fox News. "We wish Reza and his production team all the best."

Aslan responded, “Obviously I am very disappointed in this decision. 'Believer' means a great deal to me and to the countless viewers it’s reached. Its message of religious tolerance and exploration is extremely important right now.”

Aslan's tweets came after Trump's June 3 remarks regarding the terrorist attacks in London, calling Trump an "embarrassment to America and a stain on the presidency" and a "piece of s--t."

He later apologized for his language.

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It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person. Now MSNBC needs to get with the program and deal with some of their problem children.

a reply to: Xcathdra

CNN trying to save what little (if any) integrity they have left.

Changed News Network.

originally posted by: knowledgehunter0986
a reply to: Xcathdra

CNN trying to save what little (if any) integrity they have left.

Changed News Network.

Isn't that a good thing? Maybe they will become less fake news.

originally posted by: knowledgehunter0986
a reply to: Xcathdra

CNN trying to save what little (if any) integrity they have left.

Changed News Network.

CNN has taken a turn for the worst and has ethics that would raise eyebrows in the court of Caligula.

a reply to: Deaf Alien

As long at its changing for the better, of course.

Slowly but surly the MSM gets picked off.

CNN must be getting some negative feedback from advertisers !!!

Calling Trump a POS shouldn't get you fired.

He was probably just liquored up at the time, having a bad week.

This isn't even remotely in the same category as what's her name and self shrinking head gimmick.

originally posted by: IgnoranceIsntBlisss
Calling Trump a POS shouldn't get you fired.

He was probably just liquored up at the time, having a bad week.

This isn't even remotely in the same category as what's her name and self shrinking head gimmick.

Apparently this isn't the first time. He's made comments about Trump in the past, and Paul Ryan, and others. His tweets regarding Republicans seem to be laden with eff bombs and wishing them to be raped. I agree he shouldn't be fired for it but there seems to be a pattern. CNN is cutting their losses apparently.

a reply to: Khaleesi

I never heard of the guy, rape now that's a bit different.

a reply to: Xcathdra

If networks were to get rid of anyone who said negative things about Trump, then there wouldn't be any networks left.

This makes no sense.

a reply to: Xcathdra

It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person.

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

originally posted by: buster2010
a reply to: Xcathdra

It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person.

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

LOL do you know what you just said ?

a reply to: buster2010

Who in here so far has been trying to stifle his right to free speech? We aren't CNN..

originally posted by: buster2010

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?

So does that mean you finally have to admit I'm not a right winger?

a reply to: Xcathdra

originally posted by: buster2010
a reply to: Xcathdra

It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person.

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

WTF...

This should earn him an anchor job......at least

a reply to: Xcathdra


More like the MSM is slowly becoming aware of the fact that Trump isn't going anywhere and have given pause to the agenda they've been operating on.

It's a bit surprising that it's CNN that seems to be the first one to 'smell the roses' and yes, MSNBC would be wise to follow suit. No WH press briefings would cut their air time down significantly....

a reply to: IgnoranceIsntBlisss

I agree with you, but we've seen TV personalities fired over much less over the past 5-10 years. ESPN fired Curt Schilling over tweets that were far less offensive and controversial than Aslan's.

originally posted by: buster2010
a reply to: Xcathdra

It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person.

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

He can stay as far as I care, I don't watch Commie News Network. But you may want to take your tissues and puppy over to CNN, see if they have a safe space for you, and you can ask them why they canned him. Perhaps it is about advertising $.

originally posted by: buster2010
So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

Stated in a conversation where most of the participating "right wingers" are at the least ambivalent, at the most opposed to the man's firing over his comment...

originally posted by: buster2010
a reply to: Xcathdra

It is about time networks start getting rid of these people who act like anything other than a civilized person.

So much for the Free Speech the right wingers constantly cry about huh? It's ok to stifle Free Speech as long as it fits your parties agenda right?
The guy tells the truth and gets canned for it that sucks.

When the did the government do anything here regarding his free speech? After all, THEY are the ones the Constitution guarantees protection against, not private entities.

Perhaps a lesson on the meaning and scope of the Bill of Rights is in order for you...I suggest you read and understand it before spouting off your rhetoric here.

To be clear, there was no breach of the 1st Amendment here.
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