Celebrities you think should be in government.
Celebrities you think should be in government.
#1Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 12:38pm
My picks are Lin and Chance the Rapper....
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Updated On: 11/8/17 at 12:38 PM
#2Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 2:56pm
You invite sarcasm Jorge. On the serious side maybe Kennedy, she's been nothing more than ambassador to Japan, but she is more celebrity than government, Kevin Spacey might get some votes.
Stephanatic
#3Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 2:58pm
After what Chance did to Dear Theodosia do you really think they could ever take even the Broadway community?
Stephanatic
UncleCharlie
Broadway Legend Joined: 6/26/16
#4Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 6:54pm
Whenever I watch old reruns of The Love Boat from the 1980's, I think Gopher, just in how diplomatically he handled all the guest stars and interacted with Doc and Isaac, should have gone into politics.
#5Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 9:15pmStephen Colbert
"What can you expect from a bunch of seitan worshippers?" - Reginald Tresilian
#6Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/8/17 at 9:35pm
Penn Jillette. He's a libertarian and I am so not a libertarian but I'd still vote for him.
#7Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/9/17 at 9:31am
"Whenever I watch old reruns of The Love Boat from the 1980's, I think Gopher, just in how diplomatically he handled all the guest stars and interacted with Doc and Isaac, should have gone into politics."
Cheeky
#FactsMatter...your feelings not so much.
#8Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/9/17 at 10:15amGregg Popovich, the coach of the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA.
"It does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are 20 gods or no god. It neither picks my pocket, nor breaks my leg."
-- Thomas Jefferson
Cat Guy
Leading Actor Joined: 3/17/17
#10Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/9/17 at 2:17pm
Gregg Popovich is a great idea Brian. He would get Republican votes.
Stephanatic
#11Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/9/17 at 2:30pm
South Florida said: "Gregg Popovich is a great idea Brian. He would get Republican votes.”
Would love to see him challenge Cruz.
"It does me no injury for my neighbour to say there are 20 gods or no god. It neither picks my pocket, nor breaks my leg."
-- Thomas Jefferson
yankeefan7
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/14/12
#12Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/13/17 at 10:34am
In a perfect world (IMO), the answer is none !!!
henrikegerman
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/29/05
#14Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/13/17 at 2:11pm
I can't imagine he'll run for a major seat like President, but I definitely see Lin-Manuel Miranda moving further into the political side of his actor/activist dichotomy as time passes.
John Adams
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/1/13
#15Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/15/17 at 9:46am
NONE. Absolutely none. They've all made different choices regarding their "first choice" careers.
It's fantastic that celebrities are supportive and active in politics, but just because we all have the freedom to participate in government, it doesn't mean that everyone should seek office.
Hello, Trump - "I'm a General --- WHEEEeeee!"
I think all those running for a political office should have to prove their qualification and ability to execute the duties of their office, as well as knowledge of history and political science - in EXACTLY the same way that no one in the US can be hired as a public school teacher unless they can produce their credentials (via state certification requirements).
As a country, we insist on that regarding educating our children. Why in the world do we allow any schmo off the boob tube to be Commander in Chief without first demonstrating accredited proof of their competency/knowledge of government, history and/or political science?????
#16Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/15/17 at 9:53am
John Adams said: "NONE. Absolutely none. They've all made different choices regarding their "first choice" careers.
It's fantastic that celebrities are supportive and active in politics, but just because we all have the freedom to participate in government, it doesn't mean that everyone should seek office.
Hello, Trump - "I'm a General --- WHEEEeeee!"
I think all those running for a political office should have to prove their qualification and ability to execute the duties of their office, as well as knowledge of history and political science - in EXACTLY the same way that no one in the US can be hired as a public school teacher unless they can produce their credentials (via state certification requirements).
As a country, we insist on that regarding educating our children. Why in the world do we allow any schmo off the boob tube to be Commander in Chief without first demonstrating accredited proof of their competency/knowledge of government, history and/or political science?????"
I could not disagree more. Look at Senator Al Franken. He is one of the most thoughtful and dedicated members of the Senate. I hope he is seriously considering a run against Trump in 2020. We need more public servants like him willing to put in the time and effort to say "I want to help, but I don't understand this issue. Please teach me."
"I shall stay until the wind changes."
John Adams
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/1/13
#17Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/15/17 at 10:48am
LYLS3637 said: "Look at Senator Al Franken. He is one of the most thoughtful and dedicated members of the Senate."
Yup. "NONE" (in all caps) was over-the-top, and I agree with you about Senator Franken's commitment to office.
Still, I stand by my suggestion that those who want to hold public office should be credentialed, as required for public school teachers. The notion that a "celebrity" (and that definition is up for debate, even in the case of Sen. Franken) might be a viable candidate to hold public office sets off red flags in me - i.e., their celebrity status can easily mask, or blind people to the shortcomings that would make them ineffective in office.
I also don't want to imply that this isn't an interesting thread topic. Hope Jorge doesn't feel that way! 
#18Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/15/17 at 11:47am
Meryl Streep
Alyssa Milano
Jimmy Kimmel
"Broadway...I'll lick you yet!"
#19Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/15/17 at 11:57amJohn, I totally get what you. I still believe Chance and lin would be perfect for government, though. Chance has already made a bit of a name of himself in the Chicago political scene. He would be a great mayor someday. I could also see lin becoming Governor General of Puerto Rico. Or maybe senator when it eventually becomes a state(only in my dreams).
In our millions, in our billions, we are most powerful when we stand together. TW4C unwaveringly joins the worldwide masses, for we know our liberation is inseparably bound.
Signed,
Theater Workers for a Ceasefire
https://theaterworkersforaceasefire.com/statement
#20Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 3:26pm
Maybe not Al Franken...
Al Franken should be investigated, and he should be held accountable
And so should Donald Trump.
https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2017/11/16/16666004/al-franken-donald-trump-sexual-harassment
yankeefan7
Broadway Legend Joined: 4/14/12
#21Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 3:45pm
"I could not disagree more. Look at Senator Al Franken. He is one of the most thoughtful and dedicated members of the Senate. I hope he is seriously considering a run against Trump in 2020."
I think his political career is going to be over real shortly - lol
#22Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 4:56pm
Al, you will be vindicated from this temptress Tweeden.
Stephanatic
#23Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 5:09pm
I digress, Al isn't a celebrity any more he's a Senator. Is he a good guy, probly. I'd hate to see his career ruined over Leeann Tweeden, when we have several back-ups like 7 that Moore has we can talk. Until then, I believe in Al.
Stephanatic
#24Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 5:43pmWhat i’m confused about regarding the Al situation is why is that picture only coming out now? Or has it been released before?
In our millions, in our billions, we are most powerful when we stand together. TW4C unwaveringly joins the worldwide masses, for we know our liberation is inseparably bound.
Signed,
Theater Workers for a Ceasefire
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#25Celebrities you think should be in government.
Posted: 11/16/17 at 5:52pm
I feel like there's a few people flinging papers into the air, he's never....Probly not many, I considered him a candidate possibility.
Stephanatic
