Jesse Watters Critiques NYC's 'DEI Statue' in Times Square

Controversy Over Times Square Statue

• 🗽 A new statue of a fictional Black woman has been erected in New York City's Times Square, sparking debate.
• 🎯 The sculptor states the statue is meant to contrast existing statues of white men, like Father Duffy, and is a fictional character representing a modern-day David.
• 🧐 Critics question the purpose and celebration of a statue that does not represent a real person or specific accomplishment.

Critiques of the Statue's Message

• 👎 The statue's pose, with a scowl and hands on hips, is interpreted by some as celebrating mediocrity and an overweight, anonymous figure.
• ⚖️ This is contrasted with the idea that statues should celebrate merit and achievement, not equal outcomes or equity.
• 🗣️ Public opinion in Times Square reveals a lack of recognition for the statue's subject, with many unsure of who she represents or what she accomplished.

DEI and Identity Politics

• 🚩 The statue is labeled a "DEI statue" (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) and an "identity politics statue" by critics.
• 🎭 It's argued that such statues represent "slactivism" rather than tangible improvements in communities, like education or crime reduction.
• 💡 The name "Grounded in the Stars" is sarcastically interpreted as a reference to being "grounded in weed and bumpy."

Alternative Honorees and Accomplishments

• 🌟 The discussion highlights real Black American heroes like Harriet Tubman, Duke Ellington, Jackie Robinson, and Rosa Parks as examples of individuals who have earned statues.
• 🏀 Jaylen Brunson is mentioned as an example of someone currently earning a statue through his athletic performance.
• 🤷‍♀️ The idea of honoring figures like Michelle Obama, Kamala Harris, or Oprah Winfrey is dismissed due to perceived tendencies to complain or not accomplish enough to warrant a statue.

Broader Political Commentary

• 🗣️ The statue is seen as emblematic of liberal ideology, focusing on symbolic gestures over practical societal improvements.
• 🏛️ The argument is made that historical statues, even of figures with differing values, represent individuals who moved the country forward at their time.
• 🎤 The segment concludes with a satirical take on the statue and a call to subscribe to Fox News for more analysis.