Calling J.K. Rowling A Transphobic Bigot Is Not Fair Irish Broadcast Authority Says
The BAI’s ruling came after a complaint was filed against the Last Word with Matt Cooper on September 18, 2020. The complaint alleged that during the segment, a panelist on the show stated that Rowling was transphobic without providing context or “evidence” to back up the claim, according to the BAI ruling. “The complainant claims this statement was not challenged by the presenter or any of the other panelists. The complainant believes that this is a very serious accusation, and considers that the segment lacked balance, impartiality or objectivity,” the BAI filing states....