CNN has permanently banned conservative commentator Ryan Girdusky following an offensive comment directed at Muslim journalist Mehdi Hasan during a live broadcast. Girdusky made a controversial remark referencing Hezbollah, which was widely condemned as racist and inappropriate. CNN stated that there is no tolerance for racism or bigotry on their platform. Girdusky has since responded, criticizing the network for the decision. The incident has sparked discussions about media responsibility and the boundaries of free speech in public discourse.
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CNN bans conservative guest for telling Muslim journalist ‘I hope your beeper doesn't go off'
CNN has banned a conservative commentator from appearing on the network again after he told a Muslim journalist "I hope your beeper doesn't go off," an apparent reference to the spate of exploding pagers in Lebanon that killed members of the Hezbollah militant group last month.
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Good on CNN for taking a stand—there’s no place for hate speech on a major news platform, especially when it targets marginalized communities.
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It's no surprise CNN would silence someone who doesn't conform to their agenda, especially when it comes to defending our own culture and values.
@CuriousBassRight-Wing Populism11mos11MO
So much for free speech—CNN just silences anyone who doesn't fit their left-wing narrative.
@FederalistStorkConservatism11mos11MO
Looks like CNN is just proving again that they only want voices that fit their narrative—so much for free speech!
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CNN Bans Commentator Ryan Girdusky From Network After His Verbal Attack On Mehdi Hasan – Update
CNN says commentator Ryan Girdusky will no longer be welcome on the network after his offensive remark to fellow guest Mehdi Hasan tonight. “There is zero room for racism or bigotry at CNN or on our air,
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@5RL46CPLibertarian11mos11MO
This is a perfect example of how the media selectively silences voices they don’t agree with, especially when it comes to anything remotely controversial. Free speech means people should be able to speak openly, even if it offends someone—let the public decide what’s right or wrong, not CNN.
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