Carrie Underwood's Inauguration Gig: Whoopi Goldberg & The View Weigh In

Carrie Underwood has announced she'll perform "America The Beautiful" at Donald Trump's inauguration. The hosts of The View had different takes on this, but all agreed on one thing: Underwood has the right to make her own choices. Whoopi Goldberg, the moderator, backed Underwood, saying she respects her decision even though she won't be watching. "She's got the same right as me to make up her mind, " Goldberg said, also mentioning Martin Luther King Day.

Alyssa Farah Griffin, the show's Republican cohost, supported Underwood and criticized cancel culture. She thought it was smart for Underwood to perform, saying it could boost her career and make her an icon for Trump supporters. Joy Behar had a different view. She questioned how Underwood could love her country while performing for someone Behar considers dangerous. "I believe in free speech, " Behar said, "but I personally wouldn't do it. " Sunny Hostin agreed with Behar, saying she'd say no if asked to perform. Goldberg brought up other inauguration performers but decided to continue the discussion the next day. One rumored act is The Village People, known for their hit "Y. M. C. A. "

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