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The Democratic Party seems to have learned the hard way that celebrity endorsements don’t always translate into votes. As Vice President Kamala Harris took center stage atop the Democratic ticket, Hollywood’s elite came out in droves, eager to lend their star power. With names like Taylor Swift, Oprah Winfrey, and George Clooney leading the charge, one might have thought that the votes would roll in like an avalanche. Instead, it appears that average Americans have had their fill of unsolicited political direction from pampered entertainers.
Among the stars who usually aren’t shy about their political opinions, one comedian, Sarah Silverman, decided to play it low-key this election cycle. Known for her vocal support of President Obama in previous campaigns, Silverman recognized that her typical schtick about influencing voters might not have the desirable effect anymore. Instead of batting around political pros and cons, she opted to focus on entertaining her fans, keeping her thoughts mostly to herself and her tour schedule.
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According to Silverman, she sensed that voters were tuning out the constant clamor of celebrity voices. Rather than jump into the fray, she refrained from making videos or sharing opinions, chalking it up to a little thing called self-awareness. Perhaps a glimmer of clarity penetrated the bubble of Hollywood glitz and glamour, leading her to realize that voters don’t exactly care what glitterati think about their choices. Instead, she turned to reposting thoughts from those she deemed “smarter,” a bold admission for any celebrity.
Despite her newfound reticence, Silverman still expressed a twinge of regret over missing out on some of that old political magic she’d wielded in the past. She reminisced about her 2008 campaign tactic, which involved an eye-roll-inducing ultimatum to young Jews telling them to pressure their grandparents into voting for Obama. One can’t help but wonder what kind of charm offensive she would deploy today, perhaps something equally ineffective.
Moreover, Silverman’s prior statements reveal some friction with the Democratic Party. She has openly criticized the elitist attitude present in progressive politics, suggesting it’s more about ideology than genuine progress. With such a stark realization creeping in, it raises the question: will Hollywood learn that the real power lies not in celebrity endorsement, but in understanding and connecting with the everyday struggles of Americans? This might just be the lesson of the season that Harris and her Hollywood pals overlooked.
