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Roseanne Barr Slams ABC for Double Standards in Suspensions

9/25/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Roseanne Barr says American Broadcasting Company (ABC) applies a double standard, citing Jimmy Kimmel's return after a five-day suspension.
Barr's show was canceled after she tweeted a racist comment about Valerie Jarrett, later called a mistake.
Jimmy Kimmel faced backlash for remarks about Charlie Kirk's murder, was suspended, then returned after conversations with ABC and apologized, stressing free speech.

History

Historical Context

In 2018, ABC canceled Roseanne after Roseanne Barr's racist tweet about Valerie Jarrett, reflecting the network's response to controversial content. This incident sparked debates on media accountability, echoing the 1964 Supreme Court case New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, which set standards for defamation involving public figures. The ongoing discourse on race and ethics in media remains significant today.

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Story summary

Roseanne Barr says American Broadcasting Company (ABC) applies a double standard, citing Jimmy Kimmel's return after a five-day suspension.
Barr's show was canceled after she tweeted a racist comment about Valerie Jarrett, later called a mistake.
Jimmy Kimmel faced backlash for remarks about Charlie Kirk's murder, was suspended, then returned after conversations with ABC and apologized, stressing free speech.

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