Whoopi Goldberg criticized White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt on ABC’s The View Wednesday, arguing that she benefited from “wokeness” despite opposing it. Goldberg asserted that without the progressive policies she dismissed, Leavitt wouldn’t have her current position.
Goldberg took issue with Leavitt’s recent statement rejecting “wokeness” in the White House. She argued that historically, women were excluded from political and professional opportunities, and that left-wing activism played a crucial role in advancing women’s rights. She claimed that without these efforts, Leavitt, as a woman, would not have reached her role in the Biden administration.
“The reason we fought and busted our behinds [was] to make sure that you didn’t have to worry about this,” Goldberg stated. She went on to say that affirmative action and similar policies were necessary because minorities and women were historically denied access to education and careers.
Goldberg’s comments reflect the broader left-wing argument that identity-based policies are necessary for equality. Conservatives, however, have pushed back against these claims, arguing that merit-based hiring should take precedence over diversity initiatives. Critics of “wokeness” argue that it prioritizes identity over qualifications, fostering division rather than unity.
Leavitt’s stance against “wokeness” aligns with growing public skepticism toward progressive policies. Many Americans have expressed concerns that diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives have led to hiring and educational policies based on race and gender rather than merit.
Goldberg’s remarks highlight the ongoing debate over “wokeness” in politics, with progressives defending it as a necessary corrective measure and conservatives rejecting it as ideological overreach.
