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By Cathy Beers Sep 17, 2007

Barry Manilow performed at 'The Today Show 2007 Summer Concert Series' on NBC held at the Rockefeller Plaza on Monday. But the cowardly singer slash songwriter won't be making a scheduled appearance on the ABC morning gab fest 'The View.' It appears the washed up singer is afraid he may get the Rosie O'Donnell treatment.

Barry Manilow Afraid of Rosie O'Donnell Treatment: Cancels View Appearance

Who is he afraid of - the resident and token Republican on the show Elisabeth Hasselbeck. Can you believe it? Elisabeth was once the meek voice overpowered by blowhards like Rosie O'Donnell until she finally stood up to her towards the end of last season.

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After an explosive on screen fiery debate, Rosie ran way never to return to the program. Now it appears that Barry is as big of a coward. In a predictable and an exclusive statement to TMZ, Barry says, "I strongly disagree with her views. I think she's dangerous and offensive. I will not be on the same stage as her."

Manilow is currently on a press tour promoting the release of his new album, "Greatest Songs of the Seventies." One must wonder if Barry will sack it up and return any money from people that think like Elisabeth and still buy his album.

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Here's an idea - it's already thee or four to one on every show against Hacklebeck, maybe Barry could go on and hide behind Whoopi Goldberg's skirt.

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