Summary
ABC temporarily stopped showing "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" after FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticized comments made by Kimmel. This led to a discussion about whether this action affects free speech in the U.S. Newsweek contributors debate whether the decision was due to public reaction or represents a threat to free speech.
Key Facts
- ABC pulled "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" for several days.
- The action followed comments from FCC Chair Brendan Carr criticizing Kimmel.
- There is a debate on whether this is a response to public concern or a free speech issue.
- Mark Davis argues the suspension is a public market reaction, not a free speech problem.
- David Faris views it as part of a broader trend of cancel culture impacting free speech.
- Faris suggests that such actions create an intimidating atmosphere backed by government.
- Kimmel's return is imminent without an apology, indicating the issue may have been temporary.
- Contributors discuss broader implications for free speech and cancel culture in America.
