Sunny Hostin and Joy Behar of 'The View' discuss the relief and frustration felt by many Black Americans regarding O.J. Simpson's acquittal, as well as the racially divided reaction and the trial's lasting impact on American history.
' The View ' co-host Sunny Hostin said Friday that many Black Americans were relieved by O.J. Simpson 's acquittal because of their frustration with the American justice system, adding police officers had killed more people than he had. Simpson died of cancer on Wednesday at age 76, known for his football prowess but moreso for his arrest and infamous double murder trial that dominated 1994 and 1995.
'You have to remember, in putting it into context, the acquittal of the officers who beat Rodney King almost to death in front of the world’s eyes was in 1992.' 'This happened in 1994, and I think for the Black community, it was less about whether or not O.J.
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