At the remarkable age of 81, Barbra Streisand, the iconic singer and actor, continues to wield her influential voice in defense of democracy. Streisand fearlessly expresses her concerns about former president Donald Trump, making it abundantly clear that she will not tolerate his return to power in 2024.
Streisand has long been known for her support and fundraising efforts for the Democratic party. She has never shied away from expressing her disdain for Trump, referring to him as “so stupid” and “ill-informed,” labeling him as “the Liar in Chief, the Groper in Chief.” During a recent interview with Stephen Colbert, she boldly stated, “I cannot remain in this country if he becomes president.”
Interestingly, this is not the first time Streisand has made such a dramatic declaration. Like many other celebrities, she vowed to leave the United States after Trump’s victory in 2016, quipping, “America was great – before you were elected.”
Streisand channeled her frustration with Trump into her music. In 2018, she released her 36th album, “Walls.” This musical masterpiece serves as a powerful homage to Trump’s tyrannical actions, featuring tracks like “Don’t Lie to Me.” Streisand explains that the constant onslaught of news and deception made her sick, compelling her to express her outrage through her music. She firmly believes that the country should not be deceived and stands against falsehoods.
In her memoir, “My Name is Barbra,” Streisand delves into the dynamic between politicians and artists. She firmly believes that artists serve as a nation’s conscience, urging society to confront uncomfortable truths. Streisand boldly affirms, “That’s why art is the enemy of tyrants and dictators.”
Sadly, Streisand’s commanding voice was not enough to sway the voting population in 2016, and Trump was elected. Celebrities like Streisand were faced with a challenging decision – should they leave the country or stay and fight? While some, such as comedian George Lopez and talk show host Jon Stewart, made lighthearted jokes about leaving for other countries or even other planets, others, like Chelsea Handler, recognized that their platforms and voices were needed more than ever in a divided nation.
After four years of darkness, Streisand finds hope in President Joe Biden. She admires his compassion, honesty, and integrity, believing that the country is moving in the right direction. However, she remains apprehensive about the upcoming elections and the possibility of Trump’s return to power. Streisand is determined not to live in a country ruled by a man she deems “so stupid” and “so ill-informed.”
Ultimately, Streisand envisions a new America – one untainted by pollution, obscenities, insults, and vengeance. She calls for the restoration of the nobility of truth, firmly believing that only then will America truly be great again.
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