The View’ host shielded her children from Trump’s presidency, restricted their news consumption
Sara Haines Reveals She Hid Trump’s Presidency from Her Children
During a recent episode of ”The View,” host Sara Haines made a surprising confession. She admitted that she actively shielded her children from the reality of Donald Trump’s presidency, which proved to be quite challenging considering they were learning about presidents and their roles.
Haines went as far as monitoring the news her kids could watch, ensuring they didn’t see any updates featuring the former President. She avoided any mention of the presidency altogether until after President Joe Biden’s victory in November 2020.
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Sara Haines says she didn’t tell her kids who the president was it was Trump.
“I literally had to hide news for four years while Donald Trump was in. Because as they’re learning what a president of the United States is, I didn’t want to say, ‘yeah and that’s him right there.'” pic.twitter.com/bWQhRbGVRJ— Nicholas Fondacaro (@NickFondacaro) January 30, 2024
“Do you know what my child can’t watch? News,” Haines exclaimed. “When you turn it on — I literally had to hide news for four years while Donald Trump was in. Because as they’re learning what a President of the United States is, I didn’t want to say, ‘Yeah, and that’s him right there.'”
“So I couldn’t even announce the president until Biden and Vice President Harris won,” she continued.
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Haines shares the table at ABC’s “The View” with several women who share a similar perspective. One of them is longtime host Whoopi Goldberg, who refuses to utter Donald Trump’s name on air and instead refers to him as “You Know Who,” reminiscent of Harry Potter’s Voldemort.
Cohost Sunny Hostin often refers to Trump as the “twice-impeached” president, while Alyssa Farah Griffin, the newest addition to the panel, who previously worked in the Trump administration, has expressed her willingness to vote for a Democrat if it meant opposing Trump.
How can parents find a balance between protecting their children’s innocence and preparing them for the challenges of the world?
Nt Joe Biden was elected and inaugurated. She believed that her children were too young to fully understand the complexity of politics and didn’t want them exposed to the controversial and often divisive rhetoric that surrounded Trump’s presidency.
Many parents can relate to Haines’ desire to protect their children from the harsh realities of the world. It is not uncommon for parents to shield their children from violent or inappropriate content in movies, television shows, and even news stories. However, hiding something as significant as the presidency of a country may raise eyebrows and provoke a conversation about the role of transparency and honesty in parenting.
Parents have different opinions on how much information is appropriate to share with their children, especially regarding sensitive topics like politics. Some argue that exposing children to different perspectives and engaging in age-appropriate discussions is vital for their intellectual development and understanding of the world. On the other hand, some parents believe that shielding their children from certain realities is essential to maintaining their innocence and protecting their mental well-being.
In Haines’ case, she explained that she wanted to create a safe and positive environment for her children, free from the tensions and controversies that surrounded Trump’s presidency. She believed that shielding them from the negativity would allow them to focus on their own growth and development. It is undeniable that political discourse can become heated and toxic, even among adults. Shielding children from this negativity until they are mature enough to process it may be a valid concern.
However, critics argue that hiding information from children, especially about such a significant event like a presidential election, limits their ability to understand the world around them and critically engage with important topics. They argue that by shielding children from political realities, parents may unintentionally perpetuate ignorance or apathy among the younger generations.
It is important to note that each parent has the right to make decisions about what is best for their children. Haines’ decision to shield her children from Trump’s presidency may have been motivated by her desire to protect their innocence and shield them from negativity. Parenting decisions are typically made based on a combination of personal beliefs, cultural values, and individual circumstances, and what works for one family may not work for another.
In the end, the goal of every parent is to raise well-rounded individuals who are capable of critical thinking and empathy. Whether that involves shielding children from certain realities or exposing them to the complexities of the world at a young age is a decision that should be made with careful consideration and respect for each individual child’s needs and development. The key lies in finding a balance between protecting children’s innocence and preparing them for the challenges and realities they will face in the future.
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