ST. LOUIS – A Missouri State Representative is under fire after audio has surfaced of him calling into a controversial radio show.
In a YouTube video, an interview can be heard between Bob Burns and radio host Bob Rominak on Feb. 16 on KQQZ 1190 AM.
5 On Your Side reached out to Bob Burns for a comment, but we have not heard back.
U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill is calling on Missouri State Representative Bob Burns to resign.
Statement from McCaskill
It’s come to my attention that in multiple call-in interviews with KQQZ-AM Radio, Representative Burns expressed public support for - and agreement with - an individual who has delivered a constant toxic stream of racist, sexist attacks on his radio show.
Rhetoric like this is not only offensive - it stokes fear and division, and gives license to those who would perpetuate further toxic rhetoric and behavior. Rep. Burns’ public statements of support for this individual do not reflect the values of the state of Missouri. And his failure to challenge such hateful rhetoric is a disservice to the Missourians he represents.
I urge him to resign his seat in the Missouri General Assembly immediately.
Statement from Missouri Democratic Party | Stephen Webber
State Representative Burns actions are indefensible. All sides need to agree that there is no room for racist, misogynistic or homophonic language in America – and the Missouri Democratic Party will absolutely not tolerate elected officials applauding bigoted behavior. I believe he should resign.
