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Old Nov 10, 2004, 12:22 am   #18 (permalink) (top)
Scribbler1
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Originally posted by OberonDOtherseid,
There is one difference....talk show hosts, political ones, are supposed to espouse their bent politically. Musicians play instruments, dance and occasionally sing if not lip sync. Nobody cares what Bono thinks, at least I don't, I just want to hear him perform. When I tune into any talk show host who is making a living discussing politics I am tuning in to hear his schtick on the subject.
I never cared for what ANY celebrity thought, but whether TV star or pop star, there's nothing in the rules that say they CAN'T support anyone. Maybe it just seems odd because so few musical celebrities DO throw in a plug for a politician. I think this is because most of the stars of the 60's and 70's seemed to hate ALL politicians, and didn't want to lead anyone to elect ANY of them. There were plenty of followers but no leaders back then.

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BTW, I am not gloating, I am just being realistic. I did vote for Bush, I think he was a wiser choice over Kerry, Kerry just offered nothing that impressed me. When and if we ever do see a three party system you can bet your backside I will be voting libertarian.
Ahh, what the hell. It's been a tough campaign, so gloat a little already. :)


Not a day goes by that I don't see something that reinforces my belief that people are idiots.
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