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hlthe2b

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19. Wrong? Probably. But, I'm betting you are referring to iconic Eric Braeden (a staunch liberal)
Sat Apr 24, 2021, 12:45 PM
Apr 2021

who most will recognize, given his career dates back to the ubiquitous western and he often appeared on Gunsmoke and others. He's been around a long time and no doubt wields some power, so he would likely be able to put the kibosh on a newer actor disrupting with Trump nonsense if he so chose. A former colleague of mine knew Braeden from long ago and so I've followed his career a bit, even though I'm not a daytime tv watcher. But, while I'm glad he's a staunch liberal Democrat, he is one i'd not want to cross.

Here was his comment re: Trump after one of the SOTU addresses, where Pelosi was attacked by RW for ripping the summary of his comments.

"I came as an immigrant, with hardly a dollar in my pocket, I have watched many a President, REALLY appreciate this GREAT COUNTRY, worked hard and can discern a bullsh*t artist when I see one! He grew up with a silver spoon and accomplished WHAT? He has bullied every single person who runs or ran against him! The fact that none of the other Republican candidates stood up to him after he leveled one puerile insult after the other against them is a very sad state of affairs for the Party!"


So, yeah, that veteran actor is quite the anti-Trumper and he rules the roost, apparently. If I were a fellow actor, I'd be appreciative not to work on a set with Trumpers constantly haranguing, but should it be policy? Probably not. But then again, have you met many Trump supporters who could interact civilly and not disrupt everyone else in the workplace? I haven't. Conversely, I witness most progressives simply agreeing not to talk politics, religion, or other social issues at work.

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No. It's a free country. But I wouldn't hire them on the first place. LakeArenal Apr 2021 #1
only if it affects their ability to do their job. bullimiami Apr 2021 #4
I'd fire them if they spewed trumpism. LakeArenal Apr 2021 #11
There are too few details to decide one way or the other. nt live love laugh Apr 2021 #2
Maybe he just wouldn't shut up about his political preferences. lpbk2713 Apr 2021 #3
Right XanaDUer2 Apr 2021 #5
People should not be fired for possessing a political view that does not impact their job. LonePirate Apr 2021 #6
no...but relegate them to 10 second no lines walk-on roles.. agingdem Apr 2021 #7
I think that makes them extras. rsdsharp Apr 2021 #31
My guess is the situation isn't so cut and dried. blogslug Apr 2021 #8
Not for political opinions in themselves DBoon Apr 2021 #9
If that's what the producers want, sure. Aristus Apr 2021 #10
I watch the same soap opera,,,, they've built a ridiculour story line to 'explain' his departure,,, KarenS Apr 2021 #12
That's a great idea! But he either wanted to leave (claims spooky3 Apr 2021 #17
No, not for that alone. If they were causing a disruption at the workplace, Arkansas Granny Apr 2021 #13
This raises the question: should law prohibit this? David__77 Apr 2021 #14
Absolutely, sarisataka Apr 2021 #15
Joe Biden didn't incite a fascist takeover of the Capitol Building. Hassin Bin Sober Apr 2021 #42
If the actor is professional while on the set, there should not be any issue with personal politics. haele Apr 2021 #16
No DTRV Apr 2021 #18
Wrong? Probably. But, I'm betting you are referring to iconic Eric Braeden (a staunch liberal) hlthe2b Apr 2021 #19
I only know Eric Braeden from "Colossus, The Forbin Project", and Aristus Apr 2021 #24
Never forgave him for killing Dr. Zira ChrisF1961 Apr 2021 #27
Trump cultist probably tried to proselytize and run his mouth dalton99a Apr 2021 #20
... greenjar_01 Apr 2021 #21
Maybe a different frame: OneGrassRoot Apr 2021 #22
I don't think so, as long as it's not affecting their work. If they were being really unpleasant Crunchy Frog Apr 2021 #23
Those who embrace misinformation which borders on lunacy are subject oasis Apr 2021 #25
Their lack of talent kills off their careers. Their Drumpfiness is just one sign of their lacks. UTUSN Apr 2021 #26
I really doubt he was fired because he supported Trump. 50 Shades Of Blue Apr 2021 #28
See my edit at the bottom of OP. spooky3 Apr 2021 #33
I watch B&B every day, LOL. Y&R most days. 50 Shades Of Blue Apr 2021 #36
:-) It's a lot like playing with dolls as a kid. Nt spooky3 Apr 2021 #38
IMHO yes! Blue Owl Apr 2021 #29
Turn it around the other way FakeNoose Apr 2021 #30
If they use their job to do so, yes. If expressed as personal opinion, no, they have the right. n/t Akoto Apr 2021 #32
Trump supporters tend to be racists and other hateful types JI7 Apr 2021 #34
Trump supporters tend to be racists and other hateful types JI7 Apr 2021 #35
In Hollywood 3 words take control of peoples fate more than they know: Life's too short ZonkerHarris Apr 2021 #37
Short/long answer Grins Apr 2021 #39
No, It is a free country and people have a right to support whom they choose. Demsrule86 Apr 2021 #40
Absolutely NO! YOU or ANYONE could be on the receiving end one day Raine Apr 2021 #41
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