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Late-night show hosts publicly support Jimmy Kimmel

Late-night TV hosts rally behind Jimmy Kimmel after show's sudden termination by ABC, voicing their concern for free expression.

Late-night talk show hosts express support for Jimmy Kimmel.
Late-night talk show hosts express support for Jimmy Kimmel.

Late-night show hosts publicly support Jimmy Kimmel

In a surprising turn of events, ABC has taken Jimmy Kimmel Live! off the air, sparking a heated debate about freedom of speech in the United States. The decision has been met with strong reactions from various late-night show hosts, including David Letterman, Stephen Colbert, Jimmy Fallon, Jon Stewart, and Seth Meyers.

Stephen Colbert, in a passionate monologue, declared, "We are all Jimmy Kimmel. This is blatant censorship." Colbert vouched in favor of Kimmel and criticized the move, stating that it contradicts President Trump's promises to end government censorship and promote free speech.

Jimmy Fallon spoke out in support of Kimmel, describing him as a decent, funny, and loving guy. Fallon, along with the other late-night hosts, saw the suspension as an attack on free speech and comedians, criticizing ABC's decision as politically pressured. They emphasized that silencing one voice threatens all voices and urged Americans to defend constitutionally protected rights.

Jon Stewart, known for his humorous yet critical comments, mocked the Trump administration in defense of Kimmel, implying that the suspension could be a consolidation of power and a threat to constitutional republic governance. He also questioned the relationship between media and the current administration, suggesting it may be motivated by a desire to appease the administration.

David Letterman, a former late-night show host, expressed his support for Kimmel, calling the suspension an example of managed media and a threat to freedom of speech. Many independent voices in US media are raising similar questions about safeguarding freedom of speech guaranteed under the First Amendment.

The debate has intensified, with some viewing the suspension as an attack on free speech, while others justify it as a necessary measure to curb "hate speech." The monologue from Stephen Colbert's show has stormed the internet, reflecting the public's interest in the ongoing discussion.

As the conversation continues, it remains to be seen how this situation will unfold and what impact it will have on the future of free speech in the United States.

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