CNN Commentator Sally Kohn Cancels Planned Book Party in Los Angeles | THR News

CNN Commentator Sally Kohn Cancels Planned Book Party in Los Angeles | THR News

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The transcript discusses the cancellation of an event in Los Angeles due to criticism faced by the author from two African American writers regarding her book 'The Opposite of Hate'. The author expresses disappointment but remains committed to promoting the book's message of community and bridge-building. Criticism includes claims of misrepresentation and lack of consultation. The author reflects on her biases during her time at Fox News, realizing her stereotypes about conservatives. The transcript concludes with details of a book launch event in New York.

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Why was the event in Los Angeles canceled?

Because of criticism from two writers

Lack of attendees

Due to weather conditions

Venue issues

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Who were supposed to be the co-chairs of the host committee for the event?

Michelle Obama and Kamala Harris

Oprah Winfrey and Ellen DeGeneres

Shonda Rhimes and Katy Perry

Beyoncé and Jay-Z

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What was Ijeoma Oluo's main criticism of the book?

She was not consulted about her Twitter experiment

It was too lengthy

It lacked proper references

The book was released too early

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What realization did the author have while working at Fox News?

Conservatives are all heartless

She preferred working in a liberal environment

She had stereotyped conservatives

Fox News is biased

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Where was the book party held?

San Francisco

Los Angeles

Chicago

New York