Folkiedave - I am not defending BM. As I have already stated, I could not stand the man AS I PERCEIVED HIM.
What I was pointing out is that not everything that mentions race is racist.
The waitress incident mentioned could have happened whether they were black, yellow or white. I have shared a stage with 'comedians' who used any excuse (colour, age, clothes etc) to spotlight some unfortunate soul to use as a butt for their 'humour'. They didnt hate these people, they just used them. One person I personally find very offensive is Anne Robinson on the Weakest Link programme. She makes personal remarks about race, looks, hobbies, jobs etcetcetc and is becoming rich by doing so. BM fans knew what to expect. A quiz program I expect to be that.

Don(Wyziwyg)T - Yes it is offensive to BM fans but no doubt the BM haters will not think so. I didnt see any reaction condemning the previous link about doctors saying his condition is now satisfactory!
'Eye of the beholder' perhaps.
Its not offensive to me because
a) I've heard it before
b) I dont think its funny
c) I dont like BM
d) I think there are more important things in life than worrying about a 'one-liner'.