Legendary Motown singer Smokey Robinson has stirred controversy by endorsing Kamala Harris and criticizing minority and female Trump supporters.
At a Glance
- Smokey Robinson endorsed Kamala Harris in a video, criticizing women and minorities who vote for Trump
- He framed the election as a choice between “good and evil”
- Social media users largely rejected Robinson’s advice, with many expressing intent to vote for Trump
- The endorsement has sparked debate about celebrity influence in politics
Robinson’s Controversial Endorsement
Smokey Robinson, the iconic Motown artist, has entered the political arena with a controversial endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. In a video that has since gone viral, Robinson not only threw his support behind Harris but also criticized women and minorities who have chosen to vote for the former President.
The singer expressed bewilderment at the electoral choices of these demographic groups, questioning how supporting Trump could align with their social and cultural needs. Robinson’s comments ignited a fierce debate about identity politics and the factors that influence voter decisions across various groups.
Vote for Kamala#Vote #Kamala #KamalaHarris2024 pic.twitter.com/1FbhQq4yyU
— Smokey Robinson (@smokeyrobinson) October 31, 2024
A Choice Between “Good and Evil”
In his endorsement, Robinson framed the upcoming election in stark moral terms. The singer declared this election to be the most important of his lifetime, characterizing it as a choice between “good and evil.” Critics described his rhetoric as divisive and potentially alienating to voters.
The response to Robinson’s endorsement has been swift and largely negative on social media platforms. Many users rejected the singer’s advice, with a significant number expressing their intention to vote for Trump despite his pleas.
Harris Hate Brigade: Smokey Robinson Disses Trump-Voting Women & Minorities in Kamala Endorsement https://t.co/0im6Dep7LC via @BreitbartNews
— It’s Chinatown, Jake (@DetectiveJake1) November 1, 2024
Critics of Robinson’s message pointed out what they perceived as a lack of coherent arguments for supporting Harris. Some commenters questioned the wisdom of celebrities involving themselves in political discourse, suggesting that their expertise lies in entertainment rather than governance.
Mr. Robinson’s endorsement comes amid a series of high-profile statements from public figures about the upcoming election. Billionaire Mark Cuban recently weighed in and likewise declared his confusion as to why women would vote for Trump. He controversially stated that Trump does not surround himself with smart women because he is intimidated by them. “He doesn’t like to be challenged by them,” Cuban said.
Recent celebrity endorsements of Harris include Jennifer Lopez and Beyonce, who joined the Vice President in Texas and was booed by attendees who had expected her to perform a song. “We wanted a free concert,” one person said.
