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dalton99a

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3. Statements he made were MAGA-like

Reply to underpants (Reply #1)

Thu Nov 19, 2020, 10:33 AM

Nov 2020

One outlet purported that the Hollywood star was republican as he once labelled himself a “a proud, patriotic American,” which could lean into Trump's rhetoric.

Back in 2017, Matthew was interviewed by BBC journalist Andrew Marr on his press run for the crime drama Gold.

At the time, Trump had recently been elected.

In the interview, Andrew asks whether it's time for the 'cultural elite' of America to give Trump a break.

"Well, they don't have a choice now," the actor answers.

https://www.the-sun.com/entertainment/1669090/matthew-mcconaughey-trump-supporter-republican-democrat/

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Oscar winner Matthew McConaughey leaves door open for a run for Texas governor [View all] brooklynite Nov 2020 OP

For the debates they better schedule about 3 hours underpants Nov 2020 #1

Statements he made were MAGA-like dalton99a Nov 2020 #3

I think so too. cwydro Nov 2020 #13

I think he's a republican, and not in any way qualified okaawhatever Nov 2020 #4

Lack of qualifications has never been a hindrance in running for TX governor. Paladin Nov 2020 #5

If the election is McConaughey v. Abbott the choice is okaawhatever Nov 2020 #11

If it's McConaughey vs. Dan Patrick, it's even more of a slam-dunk. (nt) Paladin Nov 2020 #15

I think he may run if Patrick primaries Abbott Rstrstx Nov 2020 #18

Shades of Kinky Friedman dalton99a Nov 2020 #2

Greatest political slogan of all time: Paladin Nov 2020 #6

Friedman ran against Perry, not Bush Jose Garcia Nov 2020 #10

Thanks for the correction. Understandable mistake, though. (nt) Paladin Nov 2020 #14

I think he was asked a question about whether he was qualified to be governor Rstrstx Nov 2020 #19

I'd much rather see a Governor Beto. roamer65 Nov 2020 #7

If Beto wants it then it should be him but I think he might be considering JI7 Nov 2020 #8

He was on Colbert last nite and indicated that was not his desire. LiberalFighter Nov 2020 #9

He seems to me to be right leaning. blueinredohio Nov 2020 #12

"...when politics redefines its purpose, I could be a hell of a lot more interested." maxsolomon Nov 2020 #16

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