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Celebrity Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles

This is our collection of Celebrity Politics articles where celebrities who promote democracy (or don't) are featured. 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 often self-made individuals and, at the very least, usually not related to previous politicians. Also, see Political Art.

Hollywood Goes All In For Voting Rights Reforms

by DC Editors - June 20, 2021

Hollywood Goes All In For Voting Rights Reforms

Hollywood is lining up behind the Democrat-backed election reform bill, with big stars backing passage of the For the People Act.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Celebrity Politics

Do Celebrity Idols Bear Political Responsibility?

by DC Editors - June 14, 2021

Do Celebrity Idols Bear Political Responsibility?

Political responsibility is not equated with entertainment. Fame may boost celebrity profile but it does not help with state duties.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Celebrity Politics

The Olympics Are a Bureaucracy, Not a Democracy

by DC Editors - May 27, 2021

The Olympics Are a Bureaucracy, Not a Democracy

The Olympic Games are adored by all. Except when you’re in the middle of a pandemic as the host nation, Japan’s conundrum.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, Celebrity Politics, Japan, Worldwide

How Hollywood Movies Influenced Asia’s Democracy Movements

by DC Editors - May 16, 2021

How Hollywood Movies Influenced Asia's Democracy Movements

The three-fingered salute that has united protestors against autocrats across southeast Asia has surprising origins in Hollywood.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, Celebrity Politics, Democracy Protests

Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny’s Health 

by DC Editors - April 18, 2021

Celebrities Pen Open Plea To Putin For Navalny's Health 

Several celebrities and public figures wrote to Russian President Vladimir Putin, asking with him to allow treatment for critic Alexei Navalny.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Alexei Navalny, Asia, Celebrity Politics, Europe, Political Dissidents, Russia, Vladimir Putin

Hollywood Stars Sign Open Letter Opposing Voting Restrictions

by DC Editors - April 16, 2021

Hollywood Stars Sign Open Letter Opposing Voting Restrictions

A virtual who’s who of Hollywood are also condemning voter restrictions following the signing of Georgia’s controversial election law.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Celebrity Politics, Democracy Protests

Will Smith Film Departs Georgia Over Voting Restrictions

by DC Editors - April 13, 2021

Will Smith Film Departs Georgia Over Voting Restrictions

Due to new voter restrictions, Will Smith and director Antoine Fuqua have canceled the production of their film in Georgia.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Celebrity Politics, Democracy Protests, Voter Suppression

Celebrity Caitlyn Jenner Explores Run For California Governor

by DC Editors - April 8, 2021

Celebrity Caitlyn Jenner Explores Run For California Governor

Caitlyn Jenner, a former reality TV star, is reportedly meeting with political advisors as she considers bid for governor of California.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: American State Elections, Celebrity Politics, LGBT People and Democracy

MLB All-Star Game Yanked From Georgia Over Voting Law

by DC Editors - April 5, 2021

MLB All-Star Game Yanked From Georgia Over Voting Law

Major League Baseball has left Georgia over new voting law. The bill has been critiqued for stripping black communities of voting rights.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: American State Elections, Celebrity Politics, Democracy Protests

Miss Myanmar’s Stands For Democracy At Grand International Finals

by DC Editors - March 29, 2021

Miss Myanmar's Stands For Democracy At Grand International Finals

At the Miss Grand International 2020 coronation night, Myanmar nominee Han Lay talked about her country’s deteriorating situation.

Filed Under: Democracy Culture Tagged With: Asia, Burma, Celebrity Politics

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