'Faced with a hateful, racist man, Hollywood will do anything to elect Kamala Harris'
As the White House race enters its final stretch, most celebrities back the Democratic candidate. Professor Peter Loge, media expert at George Washington University, discusses the scene in Los Angeles with L'Orient-Le Jour.
OLJ / Interview by Karl RICHA,
04 November 2024 17:26
Beyoncé, who came to support Kamala Harris during a rally in Houston, Texas. (Credit: AFP)
One candidate can count on the support of Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, George Clooney and Madonna, while the other can only rely on Elon Musk, Kanye West and a handful of other forgotten has-beens. In an increasingly polarized America, prominent figures are flocking in blue, strengthening the reputation of the Democratic party, which is historically close to Hollywood’s ideals. But at a time when American and global concerns are elsewhere, is the support of these celebrities — often viewed as luxury ambassadors — really effective for one of the two main parties? Peter Loge, director and associate professor at the George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, answers L’Orient-Le Jour’s questions. Read more How will Harris and Trump tip the scales in vital swing states? First of all, why do American...
One candidate can count on the support of Bruce Springsteen, Taylor Swift, Beyoncé, George Clooney and Madonna, while the other can only rely on Elon Musk, Kanye West and a handful of other forgotten has-beens. In an increasingly polarized America, prominent figures are flocking in blue, strengthening the reputation of the Democratic party, which is historically close to Hollywood’s ideals. But at a time when American and global concerns are elsewhere, is the support of these celebrities — often viewed as luxury ambassadors — really effective for one of the two main parties? Peter Loge, director and associate professor at the George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, answers L’Orient-Le Jour’s questions. Read more How will Harris and Trump tip the scales in vital swing states? First of all, why...
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