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entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Billy Joel Opens Up About Personal Struggles and Life Moments

Billy Joel publicly condemned Donald Trump's comments on neo-Nazis and white supremacists, revealing in a new HBO documentary that he was so angered by Trump's remarks in 2017 that he wore a Star of David on stage to show his Jewish identity and protest the comments. Joel criticizes Trump's response to the Charlottesville rally and emphasizes his disapproval of Nazi sympathizers, despite generally avoiding political statements in his performances.

via The Daily Beast|

#billy-joel #entertainment #hbo-documentary

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Donna Kelce's Political Stance and 'The Traitors' Season 4 Highlights

Donna Kelce, mother of NFL stars Travis and Jason Kelce, is set to appear on the reality TV show 'The Traitors' on Peacock and has publicly defended her political views, including her support for the Olympic opening ceremony featuring drag queens, emphasizing the importance of research and understanding the context behind such events.

via Yahoo|

#donna-kelce #entertainment #olympics-controversy

politics1 year ago•3 min saved

Democrats Reconsider Their Stance on Elon Musk Amid Political Shifts

Democrats are distancing themselves from Elon Musk, criticizing his support for Trump and his actions, emphasizing that they see little value in embracing him as an ally and prefer to keep him at arm's length to avoid alienating working-class voters and to prevent him from becoming a political spoiler.

via Axios|

#democrats #elon-musk #political-stance

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

Nancy Mace's Shift from Pro-Trans to Anti-Trans Rhetoric Sparks Controversy

Nancy Mace, a congresswoman from South Carolina, has shifted her stance on transgender issues, moving from a pro-trans position to supporting restrictive measures against transgender individuals. Previously supportive of children exploring gender identities, Mace now aligns with anti-trans rhetoric, sharing posts from Elon Musk and proposing legislation to ban transgender women from using women's restrooms in federal buildings. This change comes amid the election of the first openly transgender person to Congress, Sarah McBride, who criticizes Mace's actions as a distraction from more pressing issues.

via The Daily Beast|

#elon-musk #lgbtq #nancy-mace

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

"Political Firestorm: Reactions to Trump's Abortion Stance"

Former Speaker Nancy Pelosi criticized former President Trump's official position on abortion, stating that he either appears ignorant or thinks others are. Pelosi emphasized that the issue is about freedom and criticized the press for suggesting Trump's stance reflects a core belief, asserting that he believes in his political survival. Trump's announcement received mixed responses from the political right, with some praising the move and others criticizing his middle-ground approach.

via The Hill|

#abortion #donald-trump #interview

politics2 years ago•0 min saved

Geert Wilders' Shift Towards Moderation Signals Far-Right Reshaping Europe

Geert Wilders, a prominent Dutch politician, is reportedly planning to "moderate" his political stance in an effort to appeal to a broader audience and increase his chances of becoming the next Dutch prime minister. Wilders, known for his controversial and far-right views, is expected to soften his rhetoric and adopt a more moderate approach during his election campaign. This strategic shift aims to attract more voters and broaden his appeal beyond his traditional support base.

via Financial Times|

#dutch-premiership #election-campaign #geert-wilders