Staff Reports
Sunny Hostin, co-host of The View and self-proclaimed “journalist,” has taken it upon herself to defend Vice President Kamala Harris after what many would call a train wreck of an interview. Hostin made quite a scene on MSNBC, vehemently promoting the idea that Harris deserves a gold star for her performance, while critics would say she barely passed the “Are you even qualified to be VP?” test. Instead of addressing her numerous non-answers and finger-pointing at former President Trump, Hostin launched into accusations against Fox News for supposedly perpetuating racism and sexism.
In Hostin’s detailed analysis, she claimed to have observed Harris’ interview with such fierce intensity that she presumably burned a hole through the wall. According to her, Harris emerged as a beacon of love for the country, radiating competence and readiness for higher office, reminiscent of a superhero rather than a politician. The average viewer, however, might wonder what Hostin was watching, as Harris danced around tough questions like it was a salsa competition rather than a serious political interview.
Sunny Hostin, co-host on "The View," shares her reaction to Vice President Kamala Harris' Fox News interview while on @TheBeatWithAri with @AriMelber.
"What I am very tired of is this trope of the angry Black woman. She was not angry, she was in command of the facts," she says. pic.twitter.com/VX6PRWiY1j
— MSNBC (@MSNBC) October 17, 2024
Fox News, the bearer of bad news for the left, found itself in the crosshairs of Hostin’s ire. She asserted the network serves up entertainment and misinformation, likening the channel to a circus sideshow rather than a trusted source of facts. Ironically, this coming from someone who has made a career out of presenting her opinions as “reporting.” The “real journalist” of the group accused the network of misleading the public while she delivered her own brand of fanciful commentary on Harris.
In a particularly theatrical moment, Hostin lamented the stereotype of the “angry black woman” when guests on her own network described Harris as being overly aggressive during the interview. Despite the Vice President’s questionable demeanor and evasive responses, Hostin insists that it was merely passionate leadership. It seems that in Hostin’s world, one can redefine anger as passion when it suits the narrative.
In the aftermath of Harris’ performance, Hostin dutifully elevated her floundering friend while pointing fingers at Trump for imagined slights. The Vice President’s interview already faces criticism for avoiding responsibilities and dodging legitimate questions about her policies, a trend that appears even more significant as the 2024 election approaches. While Hostin continues to trumpet Harris’ strengths, the reality is that voters may not be as easily convinced as she is.
