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Donald Trump, a name that sends shivers down the spines of the liberal elite while invoking cheers from blue-collar Americans, continues to be a titan in the hearts of many. According to legendary actor Jon Voight, Trump might just be one of the greatest presidents in American history. Who better to vouch for the Donald than Voight, a man whose Hollywood resume makes most others look like child actors in a school play?
In a recent chat with Variety, Voight shared his admiration for Trump, recalling their first encounter back in the 1990s. Apparently, the Donald made quite the impression, crossing a room just to express his love for one of Voight’s films. It seems that even a star of Voight’s caliber can be starstruck by the now-former president. Fast forward a few decades, and Voight is now comfortable claiming Trump stands among the greats of American presidency, a statement that would make many leftists choke on their kale smoothies.
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Rodrick, who seems to have a knack for inserting a bit of skepticism, asked Voight if he really equates Trump with historical heavyweights like Abraham Lincoln. Voight didn’t back down, asserting that no one has faced greater challenges since Lincoln than Trump. Forget the petty squabbles of modern politics; according to Voight, Trump is battling real enemies, which probably explains why he’s drawn such ire from the left.
Of course, Rodrick wanted to take a shot at deflating Voight’s exuberance by suggesting FDR faced greater challenges. But then again, FDR didn’t have Twitter, nor did he have to navigate the absurd landscape of 21st-century political correctness. Voight wasn’t swayed by the pushback; he simply reiterated that his accolades from Trump don’t sway his opinions on his presidency. Instead, Voight is focused on “saving our American way of life,” a mission statement that rings hollow for those who spend their time in ivory towers criticizing the unwashed masses.
After the troubling July 13 assassination attempt on Trump, Voight dialed up the stakes in his support, signaling that the attacks on Trump stem from a place of hate and evil. When asked about the need for both parties to tone down their rhetoric, Voight made it clear he wasn’t interested in a kumbaya moment. His stance is simple: when facing hostility directed at someone who stands for America, it’s perfectly reasonable to fire back, which is undoubtedly a refreshing take in today’s climate of overly sanitized discourse.
For all the Hollywood elites wishing Trump would just disappear, Voight isn’t backing down. He’s taken on the role of Trump’s Hollywood cheerleader and wears it with pride. As he pushes back against the tide of anti-Trump sentiment, he indicates it may be time for critics to reevaluate how they view those who support the former president. If Voight’s conviction doesn’t jar the left into reconsideration, nothing will. At least this exchange left Rodrick with some final thoughts—one might even say it left him longing for a more blissful sleep.
