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Goldberg's defense following her comments was to clarify that they were ill-timed or misunderstood and that they were merely referencing her cat’s behavior. However, many have pointed out that this attempt at a humorous explanation fails to absolve the serious implications of her comments. Critics argue that such remarks cannot just be brushed off as lighthearted banter, especially when the program is watched by millions who might take these statements at face value.