Head Of Cartoon Network Resigns

The head of Cartoon Network, Jim Samples, has resigned in the wake of the Boston "guerrilla marketing" scheme that went awry. Turner Network Television, parent of Cartoon Network had already paid the city $2 million to settle any complaints over the stunt.

The announcement of Jim Samples resignation was made in an internal memo sent to Cartoon Network staff members. In the statement, Samples said he regretted what had happened.

"It's my hope that my decision allows us to put this chapter behind us and get back to our mission of delivering unrivaled original animated entertainment for consumers of all ages," Samples said.

I predicted that heads would roll over it. Not that it was difficult to see.