Jay Severin

Jay Severin is a conservative Boston-based radio personality. Severin has made headlines several times for controversial statements he has made during his radio program.Boston.com: Islamic group seeks firing of radio host (April 25, 2004)

Severin was suspended indefinitely on April 30, 2009, because of his offensive remarks about illegal aliens, Mexicans and the swine flu that he made during his radio program..Boston Herald: Severin Suspended (April 30, 2009) On May 5, 2009, WTKK-FM stated Severin's suspension would continue "until further notice."Boston Herald: Jay Severin Off the Air (May 5, 2009)

The KTKK-FM radio talk show host, Jay Severin was suspended on April 30, 2009, for his derogatory commentary about Mexicans and the swine flu. Although the comment was not disclosed by the radio station, Severin has stated that venereal disease and women with mustaches were Mexico's main exports. He also stated that, "Immigrants are leeches and their children, he warns, don't speak English, will retard schools, add to crime and spread disease."Boston Herald: Severin suspended after illegal... (April 30, 2009) The Phoenix: Jay Severin's double secret suspension (April 30, 2009)

The owner of the radio station, Greater Media, said the station had been receiving complaints about Severin's remarks about immigrants for a week prior to the suspension and their actions were due to their overall dissatisfaction with the recent "hateful' tone of Severin's program.Boston Herald: 'Hateful' Tone Keeps Jay Severin on WTKK Sidelines (May 1, 2009)