Abby Phillip Addresses Ryan Girdusky Controversy: ‘It Was a Racist Comment’ (Exclusive)

Appearing on a Mediaweek panel alongside CNN colleague—and TVNewser founder—Brian Stelter, Phillip made it clear she didn’t regard Girdusky’s “beeper” remark as a joke, calling it “beyond the pale.” “We had to get everybody to calm down, that was the first thing,” Phillip said while explaining how she sought to get the show back on track. “This is a charged time for the country and a charged time in our politics. We want to talk to each other, but people have to be able to hear you.” Both Phillip and…

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