Sunny Hostin, a co-host on ABC’s “The View,” says she considers the United States a “failed experiment,” and she expresses discouragement about how the country is viewed abroad. In the remarks reported by outlets covering the episode, Hostin also links her assessment to concerns about the federal government and the state of healthcare. Fox News reports that her comments included embarrassment about those areas as well as America’s global standing. The Washington Times adds that the comments drew a rebuke from the White House. Across accounts, Hostin frames her position as conflicted and personal, describing herself as discouraged by international perceptions of the United States. The dispute centers on whether her characterization reflects an appropriate critique or constitutes an overly negative portrayal. The coverage also notes the political reaction, with the White House responding to her statements following their broadcast. Details about the specific response from the White House are not included in the provided excerpts.
Sunny Hostin calls America a ‘failed experiment,’ sparking White House response
Sunny Hostin, a co-host on ABC’s “The View,” says she considers the United States a “failed experiment,” and she expresses discouragement about how the country is viewed abroad. In the remarks reporte...
- Sunny Hostin, a co-host on ABC’s “The View,” says the United States is a “failed experiment.”
- Hostin expresses discouragement about how the country is viewed by other nations.
- She links her critique to the government and healthcare in the U.S.
- The White House rebukes Hostin’s comments, according to one outlet.
- The remarks are discussed in coverage by multiple outlets following the broadcast.
SUNNY HOSTIN: "I am conflicted about this country because I feel that it is, at this point, a failed experiment, quite frankly. I am also discouraged by how this country is viewed by the rest of the world."
2 months agoSunny Hostin called America a "failed experiment" on "The View," saying she is embarrassed by the government, healthcare and the country's global standing.
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