Hollywood Politics - 21 Feb 2009

Hollywood actors have long been known for using their "celebrity" to advance a variety of political agendas. Hollywood affects Washington and vice versa. As a result, celebrities rarely take on issues that are unpopular among mainstream politicians. They speak out on Darfur, Tibet, and a number of other things, but when it comes to Middle East politics --namely the Arab-Israeli conflict-- most are silent.

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[Nada1962]

Thanks for sharing, why should we listen to those who act to earn their money in the first place, it means they are fake personalities to begin with.

they use their influence to influence those who have no brain to think for themselves.

I dont see why those famous people need to be used to promote anything the world all they do is gain more money while nothing is been done to solve the issues.

[PlacentaPudding]

Entrarudanexecutor, sometimes repeating the message is necessary.

Popularity can fuel an agenda. It's nothing new, but should be reiterated.

[lina04]

excellent report!

[Entaruadunexecutor]

Thanks for telling us something everyone knows already =P