On Saturday morning, Ms. Reid devoted about 30 minutes of her show to the controversy, speaking with a supportive panel of experts who fight for L.G.B.T. “I have not been exempt from being dumb or cruel or hurtful to the very people I want to advocate for,” said Ms. Reid, 49. And that’s coming from the Oval Office right now.”Ms. Reid’s posts emerged on social media this month via the Twitter user @Jamie_Maz. I appreciate you.”It’s not the first time Ms. Reid’s words have stoked controversy. “AM Joy,” her morning show, has risen in the ratings since its debut in 2016, and Ms. Reid was a frequent substitute for the network’s marquee prime time hosts, including Ms. Maddow.

Source: New York Times April 28, 2018 17:03 UTC