New Yorkers React to Jimmy Kimmel's Suspension and Return to Air

Public Opinion on Kimmel's Suspension

• 💬 Many New Yorkers believe Jimmy Kimmel's comment was in very poor taste and that the suspension was justified to show that such remarks have consequences.
• 💡 Some argue that while free speech is important, intentionally lying or making up falsehoods is unacceptable, especially in news and entertainment.
• 🎭 A few believe Kimmel should be cancelled and move on, rather than just apologize, with one person noting that an apology followed by "but" indicates a lack of genuine remorse.

Analysis of Kimmel's Return and Ratings

• 📉 Some panelists suggest Kimmel's ratings were already significantly low, and the controversy may have worsened his situation.
• 🚀 One perspective is that bringing Kimmel back allows him to fail on his own terms, rather than being perceived as a victim of censorship.
• 📺 There's skepticism about the sincerity of his apology and whether his liberal audience will return to watch him.

Business of Entertainment and News

• 📊 It's noted that news and entertainment are businesses first, requiring profit to inform or entertain.
• 🗓️ The true test of Kimmel's success will be seen when his contract is up in May, depending on his future ratings.

The Nature of the Comment and Suspension

• ⚠️ The specific comment involved a joke about the person who shot Charlie, which was perceived as inciting violence and lying rather than being funny.
• 📢 It's clarified that the initial suspension was by affiliates and independent broadcasters, with ABC following suit.
• 🤔 The hope is that Kimmel learned his lesson, and his future actions will demonstrate the genuineness of his remorse.