To identify the effects of televised political comedy on the 2016 presidential election, we leverage the change in hosts of two popular shows.
Celebrity Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This is our collection of Celebrity Politics articles. In the democratic world where popular artists and other thinkers are free to criticize government, celebrities have often gone into politics. Celebrities represent a pool of potential political candidates who are usually self-made individuals and, at the very least, not related to previous politicians. Also see Political Art.
Oprah ‘Quietly Figuring Out’ How to Wield Her Political Clout in 2020
Media mogul Oprah Winfrey, whose opinions can get millions of fans to try a new diet or turn a book into an international best-seller.
Ugandan Singer And Presidential Hopeful Bobi Wine Under House Arrest
A Ugandan pop singer and lawmaker seeking to challenge veteran President Yoweri at the next election said on Tuesday he had been placed under house arrest.
Stars From Susan Sarandon To Ben Affleck Donate To 2020 Dems
Stars from Ben Affleck and Susan Sarandon to Anna Wintour and Willie Nelson, celebrities lined up to donate to their favorite Dem presidential candidates.
Angelina Jolie Not Ruling Out Public Office In Her Future
The 43-year-old actress and U.N. special envoy tells People magazine “never say never!” However, Jolie says she’s “looking to others for leadership.”
Dubai Finds Itself Entangled in Case Against R. Kelly
Dubai finds itself entangled in sex abuse case against American R&B singer R. Kelly after he asked a U.S. judge to allow him to come to sheikhdom to perform
Human Rights Campaign to Honor Christina Aguilera
Human Rights Campaign to honor Christina Aguilera with Ally for Equality award as she uses her platform to share hope and inspiration to the marginalized.
Actress Alyssa Milano Pens Opinion Piece Backing Election Reform Bill
Kavanaugh’s nomination was a debate about power not just about Kavanaugh’s, but also about whose interests are being served on our nation’s highest court.
Jennifer Lawrence Releases Short Film Outlining Anti-Corruption Plan
Jennifer Lawrence is taking a stance against corruption in American democracy. Take a look at this highly recommended article and leave comment below.
Keira Knightley Film Calls for Unity in Divided Times
The Aftermath, set bombed-out ruins of Hamburg after the end of WW II, had important lessons on building bridges relevant for today’s divided societies.