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In reply to the discussion: Whoopi Goldberg Advises AOC To 'Sit Still,' 'Learn The Job' Before 'Pooping On People' [View all]lunatica
(53,410 posts)Whoopi was trying to help Ocasio-Cortez avoid some future pitfall, But her poopy remark is unfortunate. A lot of the early criticism was about that, but Ocasio-Cortez has persisted nevertheless and many people now admire her for it, because shes coming across as committed and passionate and not as foolish. Whoopi is probably beginning to admire her too.
I like Whoopi and I dont have any purity expectations of people so I think shell be more open minded now. I dont see that Ocasio-Cortez has stumbled or slipped up so far. She will never wilt under criticism and so far I agree with her. Ive always admired outspoken people. I did my best to instill it in my son even as a child, and to support it in my co-workers. I myself have overcome many insecurities to make myself speak out. A profound belief in your cause helps.