I would wager that that is the excuse. The reason is his tirade against communism.
Cosby was only called on his ‘activities’ after he said some common sense things about neighborhood youth.
I think you are correct.
But it was calling Bernie a Nazi.
They all called Bush and Trump one and crickets, no repercussions.
Chrissy was forced to immediately apologize.
I thought then YOU ARE IN BIG TROUBLE!!!