‘Such a racist’: Whoopi Goldberg faces backlash as she reasserts GOP wants to ‘bring slavery back’

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: In a recent discussion on 'The View,' co-host Whoopi Goldberg reaffirmed her assertion that the Republican Party harbors a desire to "bring slavery back." The conversation took place in the light of a contentious ruling by the Arizona state Supreme Court regarding abortion rights.

According to the Fox News, the court's 4-2 decision upheld a law dating back to 1864, which severely restricts abortion except in cases where the mother's life is at risk. This ruling, Goldberg argued, reflects a broader trend within the GOP to regress on civil liberties.

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Whoopi Goldberg's warning and domino effect

On the Wednesday, April 10, episode of 'The View', Goldberg reiterated the claim she had made 16 years earlier, emphasizing her concerns over Republican judicial appointments and their interpretation of the Constitution. She pointed out the potential ramifications of conservative judges shaping policy, hinting at a regression in social progress.

"Take a look at the things that they’re rolling back. Remember I said ages ago, you know, in their minds they want to bring slavery back. They’re OK with it because you see things change. One of the good things about the Supreme Court is you can fight to make sure you make stuff better. You don’t generally fight to make stuff worse," Goldberg said.

The discussion expanded to encompass broader implications beyond abortion rights. Goldberg questioned the future trajectory of legal decisions if the Arizona court was willing to endorse such restrictive measures.

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She highlighted how issues like birth control and women's rights were interconnected, suggesting a domino effect stemming from regressive policies.

"How is that going to roll? What’s the next thing because, you know, about this – with all of this comes birth control. With all of this comes everything that you need as a woman to have had put in place to make sure we were doing better than we were," Goldberg continued.

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Co-hosts speak out against Arizona ruling

'The View' co-hosts joined in criticizing the Arizona ruling, with Sunny Hostin attributing such decisions to the influence of conservative figures like Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito.

They underscored the disconnect between these rulings and the prevailing sentiment of the populace, citing examples of Republican-led states where efforts to protect abortion rights had garnered support.

"I believe that a lot of elected Republicans are completely out of step with the sentiment of the country because we’ve seen in Kansas a very red state, Ohio and Kentucky, that Republicans turned out to protect some access to abortion," Alyssa Farah Griffin said.

Goldberg also touched upon former President Trump's stance on abortion, emphasizing that it is not explicitly addressed in religious doctrine. She argued for a nuanced approach, emphasizing the importance of personal autonomy and individual conscience in matters of reproductive rights.

"It’s you, your doctor, and God. That’s who you have to be conversational to, and it’s not mentioned in the big ten, I’m just going to say," Goldberg continued, referring to the Ten Commandments.

Ethical dilemma unveiled

The conversation delved into broader ethical considerations, with discussions on the inconsistency of applying religious mandates like "thou shalt not kill" in a society that tolerates practices like warfare and capital punishment.

Hostin highlighted the paradox of advocating against abortion while supporting policies that endorse violence.

"I think ‘thou shall not kill’ cannot be used as the block because we allow wars all the time," Goldberg said.

Hostin, who is personally opposed to abortion but doesn't favor its abolition as a matter of policy, noted the existence of the death penalty and said, "We allow guns."

Internet reacts to Whoopi Goldberg's remarks

The reactions on social media to Whoopi Goldberg's remarks on 'The View' were mixed, showcasing a diverse array of opinions.

One user wrote, "@TheView Whoopi can double down on ludicrous comments all she wants. That doesn’t make the comment any less ludicrous!"

Another added, "Sorry Whoopi, Republicans follow the Constitution. We know you're used to seeing your side ignore it, but you're going to need to try something else."

One user wrote, "Ask Whoopi what made her decide to culturally appropriate her last name?!"

Another replied, "Such a racist."

One said, "Woopie used to be amusing. Now she is just obnoxious."

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