Is our celebrity-obsessed society, it is considered the norm to preoccupy oneself with the lives of the rich and famous. Magazines and television shows reveal just about all there is to know about any respective celeb. It is possible to know all: form favorite books and movies, to popular shopping and dining destinations, to diet and exercise habits.
With the presidential elections looming near, it only seems natural for the public to be interested in what side of the political spectrum celebrities associate themselves with.
It may only be my imagination, but it seems like all the positive press is in favor of Barack Obama. Celebrities like Chelsea Handler and P. Diddy are very publicly showing their support for the democratic hopeful. Justin Timberlake and girlfriend Jessica Biel have also lent a helping hand by participating in a rally for Obama in Las Vegas. Timberlake has also caught attention by “remaking” his infamous SNL song D**k In a Box and renaming it Vote In a Box.
The only news worthy attention McCain’s camp seems to have received is the recurring SNL spoof on Palin which, other than the reference to her former beauty queen status (which implies that she was formerly and/or is currently physically appealing), provides not one ounce of positive outlook.
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I don't know how I feel about this. Should celebrities really be using their power to endorse political candidates?
I understand that everyone has a right to express their opinion about a candidate, but I think if someone like Oprah has one nominee on her show, she should invite the other nominee to be a guest as well. I think they owe it to their fans and audience.
It's all about being responsible with your power.
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