Minneapolis sports commentator apologizes for paid protesters comment
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Minneapolis sports commentator Paul Allen apologized and announced a temporary leave from KFAN radio after making insensitive comments about protesters. On Friday, Allen alluded to a conspiracy theory suggesting demonstrators protesting the Trump administration's immigration policies and recent police shootings of two US citizens in Minneapolis were paid. His remarks, made during a broadcast with former Minnesota Vikings player Chad Greenway, drew immediate backlash. Allen's comments occurred amidst large protests and business closures in solidarity with the demonstrators. Allen issued a pre-recorded apology on Monday, stating his comment was a misguided attempt at humor and expressing remorse to those offended. He emphasized that his show aims to avoid political opinions and provide entertainment.
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AI-ExtractedAllen has done play-by-play for Vikings games on KFAN since 2002.
Allen made the comment during a conversation with Chad Greenway.
Allen is taking a few days off from KFAN.
Allen said his comment was a misguided attempt at humor and not politically motivated.
Paul Allen apologized for invoking a conspiracy theory about paid protesters.
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