Politics, like the seasons, occasionally produces the strangest of weather patterns. Imagine a thunderstorm in the desert, or snow falling in the middle of summer – rare events that cause everyone to stop and take notice. Such unexpected phenomena remind us that even the most predictable patterns can yield surprising results.

For years, the daytime talk show “The View” has positioned itself as a bastion of progressive thinking, with its panel of hosts rarely missing an opportunity to criticize conservative policies. I’ve lost count of how many times they’ve dismissed Republican ideas without giving them a fair hearing. The show’s moderator, Whoopi Goldberg, has been particularly vocal in her opposition to former President Donald Trump, famously refusing to even speak his name on air.

The show’s predictable political stance has made it a comfortable space for liberal viewers and a frequent target for conservative critics who point to it as an example of mainstream media bias. When Trump returned to the presidency in 2024, “The View” seemed poised to continue its role as a platform for resistance to his administration’s agenda.

Then something extraordinary happened. During Tuesday’s broadcast, Whoopi Goldberg – the very same Whoopi who won’t utter Trump’s name – stunned her fellow panelists by expressing support for one of the president’s most controversial proposals: dismantling the federal Department of Education.

From ‘The Daily Wire’:

“What we have to always do, regardless of who you voted for, you still got to pay your rent, you still got to take care of your kids, you still got to take care of your business,” Goldberg began, adding, “And maybe some of what’s happening, like you know, they’re trying to take apart the Department of Education —”

“Yes,” her cohosts agreed, but then Goldberg threw them a curve and they all went quiet.

“Maybe that is a good thing,” she said. “Because maybe it will force us to make sure that our kids actually get what they need. Maybe it will force us to go to our states and say, ‘Listen, I want to make sure since you’re taking all this money from my taxes, I want to make sure that my kids get exactly what they need.'”

The silence that followed was deafening. Her co-hosts, clearly expecting Goldberg to launch into criticism of the proposal, were visibly stunned as she instead articulated what amounted to a conservative argument for local control of education. You could practically see the liberal talking points evaporating from their minds in real time.

The moment was so unexpected that producers quickly cut to a commercial break, perhaps hoping to reset the conversation. Heaven forbid mainstream viewers hear something that makes sense!

Local Control Makes Sense to Everyone

What’s particularly striking about Goldberg’s comments is how closely they align with the conservative principle that education decisions are best made at the local level. For decades, conservatives have argued that the federal Department of Education, created in 1979, has failed to improve educational outcomes despite massive spending increases.

The data supports this view. Since the department’s creation, American students’ academic performance has stagnated or declined in international rankings, while costs have skyrocketed. How many billions have we wasted on a bureaucratic monstrosity that’s delivered nothing but mediocrity? Goldberg seemed to acknowledge this reality when she declared, “I don’t have to wait for the government to do it, we can do it!”

This sentiment – that parents and communities should take responsibility rather than waiting for distant bureaucrats – strikes at the heart of conservative philosophy. It recognizes that those closest to students – parents, teachers, and local school boards – have the greatest stake in educational outcomes and the most accurate understanding of what children need.

The Power of Parental Rights Transcends Politics

As a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother herself, Goldberg spoke from personal experience about the importance of advocating for children’s education. Her passionate call for parents to engage with their state and local officials represents a refreshing break from the typical narrative that federal oversight is the answer to educational challenges.

I’ve been saying this for years: when Washington bureaucrats decide what your child should learn, the only guaranteed outcome is standardized mediocrity. The fact that even a vocal Trump critic like Goldberg can recognize the merit in returning educational authority to states and communities demonstrates the universal appeal of this principle. Parents across the political spectrum want what’s best for their children, and many are increasingly realizing that one-size-fits-all federal mandates rarely deliver optimal results.

When Goldberg declared that education is “now in our hands,” she inadvertently echoed what conservatives have been saying for generations: government works best when it remains close to the people it serves. Education policy created thousands of miles away in Washington cannot possibly account for the diverse needs of students in different communities across America.

For those of us who have long advocated for dismantling the Department of Education, Goldberg’s unexpected support offers a moment of vindication. If someone from the opposite end of the political spectrum can recognize the wisdom in this approach, perhaps there’s hope for finding common ground on other issues as well. Or maybe the producers at ABC will just keep cutting to commercial whenever common sense accidentally slips through.

Sometimes, common sense transcends political divisions. And when it comes to our children’s education, maybe – just maybe – we’re finally starting to prioritize what works over what fits our preferred political narrative. Even if it means cutting to commercial when the truth gets a little too uncomfortable.

Key Takeaways:

• Whoopi Goldberg shocked ‘The View’ by supporting Trump’s plan to dismantle the Department of Education.
• Her argument for local control and parental responsibility echoed long-standing conservative education principles.
• The panelists’ stunned silence and abrupt commercial break highlight how her comments defied the show’s progressive narrative.
• Even vocal Trump critics are beginning to recognize that federal control of education has failed American students.

Sources: Source, hotair.com