The singer-songwriter Bruce Springsteen let his voice be heard today, not to delight his followers as he has done for five decades but to support Democrat Kamala Harris for the US Presidency, in a video in which she also He assures that the Republican, former President Donald Trump, is the “most dangerous” candidate he has ever met.
“His disdain for the sanctity of our Constitution, the sanctity of democracy, the sanctity of the rule of law and the sanctity of the peaceful transfer of power should disqualify him from the office of president,” said the interpreter, who He thus joined other celebrities from various sectors who are supporting Vice President Harris ahead of the November 5 elections, most recently the singer Taylor Swift.
Springsteen noted in the video on Instagram that “perhaps not since the Civil War has this great country felt so divided politically, spiritually and emotionally like now. It doesn’t have to be like this,” he said, sitting in front of a restaurant counter.
In announcing his support for the duo of Harris and Tim Walz as his running mate, the New Jersey musician assured that they respect everyone “regardless of class, religion, race or political opinions.”
“I support Kamala Harris for president and Tim Walz for vice president, and I oppose Donald Trump and JD Vance” a the vice presidency, he said, after which he listed the reasons for that decision by pointing out that the country faces “one of the most important elections” in its history.
“The United States is the most powerful nation on earth, not only because of its overwhelming military force or its economic power, but because of what it represents, what it means, what it believes in: freedom, social justice, equality of opportunities, the right to be in love with whoever you want. These are the things that make this nation great,” he said.
He then stated that Trump does not understand the meaning of this country or its history “or what it means to be deeply American” while, in contrast, Harris and Walz “are committed to a vision that respects and includes everyone, regardless of race.” class, religion, race, their political views or sexual identity, and they want to grow our economy in a way that benefits everyone.”
“That’s the vision of America that I’ve been writing about constantly for 55 years,” he said.
“Everyone sees things differently and I respect your choice as a fellow citizen. But, like you, I only have one vote and it is one of the most prized possessions I have. That is why on November 5th I will vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz “he reiterated.
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