Former "Bachelorette" Rachel Lindsay believes the franchise needs to suspend production until it adequately addresses its current race and diversity scandal.
Lindsay found herself at the center of "Bachelor" controversy when she interviewed host Chris Harrison about resurfaced photos of current Season 25 front-runner Rachael Kirkconnell attending an Old South party and liking photos containing the Confederate flag.
Harrison’s statements during that interview led to immense backlash for the host, prompting him to announce that he’s stepping aside from his duties for a time of personal reflection.
However, speaking on her "Higher Learning" podcast on Tuesday, the first Black Bachelorette noted that the franchise is rushing headlong into.
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