‘Madness’: Ex-Biden staffer Ashley Allison sparks outrage by comparing OJ Simpson to 'persecuted slaves'

NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A former Biden staffer and current Harvard fellow, Ashley Allison, has stirred widespread outrage with her controversial remarks comparing the late OJ Simpson to persecuted slaves during a CNN appearance.

Allison, who also serves as a political commentator for the network, warned that America will continue to face "moments like him" unless it directly addresses the issue of race, as per Daily Mail.

Ashley Allison draws comparison between OJ Simpson and persecuted slaves

In her remarks on CNN, Allison said: "It was so racially charged because of what had happened just before with Rodney King, but also just how Black Americans feel about policing. It's not like OJ Simpson was the leader of the civil rights movement of his era; he wasn't a social justice leader." 

"But he represented something for the Black community in that moment, in that trial, particularly because there were two White people who had been killed. And the history around how Black people have been persecuted during slavery," she added.

 

She further emphasized the need for an honest national dialogue on race, suggesting that "our country will always be divided if we don't actually deal with the issue of race."

OJ Simpson passed away at 76 following brief battle with prostate cancer

Simpson, a former NFL star who ventured into acting, passed away at age 76 on Wednesday, April 10, at his Las Vegas home following a brief battle with prostate cancer.

While acquitted in the criminal trial for the 1994 murders of his ex-wife Nicole Brown and her friend Ron Goldman, he was later found liable for their deaths in a civil lawsuit.

Simpson's family confirmed his passing in a heartfelt statement, requesting privacy during their time of mourning.

"On April 10th, our father, Orenthal James Simpson, succumbed to his battle with cancer. He was surrounded by his children and grandchildren. During this time of transition, his family asks that you please respect their wishes for privacy and grace," the statement read.

Even though he was acquitted of the murders, his reputation took a hit that lasted forever, and the rest of his career was filled with shady activities.

Internet expresses outrage at Ashley Allison's comments

The Internet swiftly reacted to Allison's comments about Simpson, with many expressing disbelief and outrage.

One user on X platform dismissed Allison's assertions, stating, "The OJ trial wasn't racially charged AT ALL, not even a little, it never even came up. She's just making shit up." 

Another simply expressed, "That’s disturbing."

A third commenter took a more critical stance, writing, "This woman is inşane."

Another remarked, "These people have some nerve saying this."

A fifth user commented, "Unbelievable."

Another user reacted with astonishment, saying, "And these people just sit there in stunned silence. Madness."

A seventh user observed, "Shows the pure hatred."

Lastly, one user noted, "That no one challenges her is stunning."

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