Staten Island Bakery Faces Customer Fury Over Whoopi Goldberg Collaboration Controversy
Whoopi Goldberg's Bakery Claims Sparks Controversy
Source: New York Post
Incident Overview
Whoopi Goldberg recently alleged on live television that a Staten Island bakery, Holtermann’s, refused to serve her due to her liberal political views. She claimed that they denied her request for Charlotte Russe desserts to celebrate her 69th birthday, igniting backlash from the bakery’s loyal customers.
Reactions from Bakery Customers
- Customers defended Holtermann’s Bakery, stating the refusal cited by Goldberg was due to mechanical issues rather than politics.
- Local patrons, including long-time customers, expressed disbelief at Goldberg's claims, deeming them “bulls–t” and emphasizing the bakery's non-political nature.
- One customer commented that Goldberg's allegations could potentially harm the beloved establishment.
Goldberg's Continued Victimization Claims
Goldberg insisted that her political beliefs influenced the bakery's decision, despite there being no evidence to support her assertions. She also noted that various issues concerning the bakery’s operations were misrepresented as discrimination against her politics.
Overall Fallout
The incident has not only sparked a conversation about freedom of speech and political bias but also brought customers flocking to Holtermann’s Bakery in support. Politicians have joined the fray, demanding an apology from Goldberg for her comments.
