The Ben Shapiro Show

Ep. 1425 - Whoopi Goldberg Suspended From “The View”

Feb 2, 2022
Whoopi Goldberg faces a two-week suspension from her show following controversial comments, sparking heated discussions on free speech and media double standards. A new study reveals COVID-19 lockdowns had minimal impact on death rates but caused significant economic damage. The national debt hits a staggering $30 trillion, raising alarms about fiscal responsibility. Meanwhile, Matt Walsh ventures into children's literature, creating buzz around his new book. The episode navigates the complexities of accountability and political discourse in today's climate.
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ANECDOTE

Whoopi Goldberg's Suspension

  • Whoopi Goldberg, suspended from "The View," apologized for saying the Holocaust wasn't about race.
  • She now claims it was about race and stands with the Jewish people, despite past antisemitic comments.
INSIGHT

Double Standards in Speech

  • Ben Shapiro argues that the left applies double standards to speech.
  • He says Whoopi Goldberg should be fired, not suspended, given the precedent set by Roseanne Barr's firing.
ANECDOTE

Ilya Shapiro's Tweet

  • Ilya Shapiro faces investigation at Georgetown Law for a tweet criticizing Biden's Supreme Court pick.
  • He tweeted that Biden would choose a "lesser black woman" due to identity politics, sparking accusations of racism.
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