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Musicians Take Sides in Tight Democratic Race



If there's one thing that's certain about this year's Democratic race, it's that America really cares this time around. The flip-flopping lead between Senators Barack Obama and Hillary Clinton has political analysts gleefully marveling at the record-breaking turnout in state primaries.

Not only has John Q. Voter stepped up to the plate, but many musicians have voiced their allegiances this year, which has us noticing some trends. For example, seasoned divas are pulling for homegirl Hillary. Madonna, Cher, Janet Jackson and Carole King have all sided with the former first lady. Meanwhile, rockers seem firmly planted in the Obama camp, with names like Fall Out Boy's Pete Wentz, Morrissey, Jeff Tweedy of Wilco and Win Butler of Arcade Fire Baracking out.

See a complete rundown of more famous names supporting presidential hopefuls.


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Stephen

I find it TRULY sad and pathetic that people have to use a forum like this (obviously meant as political commentary) to denegrate and insult people who just happen to be in the public spotlight. As for comments about the stars being "uneducated and out of touch", many of the celebrities listed are quite politically active and involved in community service and charity as well as having IQ's far in excess of the "average" american who feels obliged to use obscenity as their only form of expression. Do your own research, make your own decisions, but stop wasting your time and energy by being negative and hateful. That's how this country got into the dire situation it is in now.

February 26 2008 at 12:42 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
me

I certainly don't give an EFF about Morrissey. After all, I don't tell him to vote for in Parliment.

February 22 2008 at 8:49 PM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
TempeTom

Not that it's a reflection on Sen. Clinton, because I think she'd make a great president, but is there any reason her supporters have more trouble with spellcheck and basic English grammar than Obama's do? Seems the people most critical of Obama's roots are also having the most trouble with English, too.
Things that make ya go "Hmmmmm".

February 21 2008 at 11:24 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
MARY

Check out the speeches he makes! Obama you will see that it has no substance

February 21 2008 at 10:21 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
marlyn

I'm not young by any means, but I will Barack the VOTE!

February 21 2008 at 10:01 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Jim

I agree with everyone who says, "who cares who entertainers support?" Only 1 or 2 current Hollywood starts even went to college, much less graduate. And one of them is Susan Saranden and her degree is in interior design. That qualifies her to judge politicians? As for all the woman and children backing Obama, let's hope to God common sense prevails and we don't end up with a Muslim for president. This is a severe threat to our country and way of life. This guy is not a loyal American and statements by his wife are pretty telling if the young people and the woman that are pushing him would listen carefully.

February 21 2008 at 8:54 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Linda P. Strangio

VERY INTERESTING THAT THE OLDER AND WISER ENTERTAINERS ARE OPTING FOR CLINTON....ATTENTION!!! BEWARE OF OBAMAS IN CHRISTAINS CLOTHING!...HIS PERSONAL FAMILY HERITAGE IS MUSLIM.....REMEMBER 911???DO YOU YOUNG, OLD, OR WHOEVER IN AMERICA REALLY WANT TO TAKE A CHANCE ON THIS MAN AS OUR PRESIDENT??? THIS IS A BIGGER ISSUE THAN WHOSE ENDORSING WHO!!!........BEWARE!!!!!!!!PAY ATTENTION!!!

February 21 2008 at 6:04 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Joan

There are a lot of undereducated people here slamming Cher and Madonna.They are still wonderful preformers.So what if they are backing Hillary.So am I.It's called an educated vote. To those who are chanting Obama,God help you.I hope you will be happy pledging alligence to allah.I'm sticking with God.

February 21 2008 at 5:54 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
msfoxe

To dottie....in reference to my statement about Obama fixing 400 years of oppression (not). If you could hear the HONEST opinions of some of "MY" people that is the mentality. Some have went as far as to say that if Obama does not get the nomination they will "NOT" vote. He is for some the great black hope. I am very disappointed in that type of outlook. You will not get raw honest opinions of African American voters on CNN, Fox News or your local station. And no I do not have the opinion of the masses but my circle is a professional educated crowd ( I am in the airline business, prior service: US Army) and I am the only Clinton supporter, but if she does not get the nomination I will support Obama because I am a democrat.

February 21 2008 at 5:51 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply
Frances Gordon

We want Hilary!!!!!In the long run,as of now I know she will be our next president.Think of what the muslims are doing to their countries and people want Barak Obama.No way1 tHW WOMEN WILL ALL BE WEARING HEAD SCARFS AND LONG ROBES IF HE IS ELECTED.lANSFRAN3 2-21-08 5:50A.M.

February 21 2008 at 5:48 AM Report abuse rate up rate down Reply