When it comes to politics, money seems to speak louder than likability, celebrity status or having the appearance of someone people would like to have a beer with. Read about how some celebrities are not only endorsing their favorite candidates, but how they are raising money for the politicians as well.
The topic of celebrities donating to politicians or commenting on issues of national importance is a familiar one, if only because there seem to be three immediate reactions to the idea of mixing stars with politics.
In one tip of the triangle are the folks who believe celebrities have no place speaking about or attempting to influence politics. In another, there's the notion that anyone famous is automatically not knowledgeable enough to add anything meaningful to the debate. And finally, there's the group who could not care less about whether actors, actresses and musicians have anything to say about politics. Continue Reading
