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Crunchy Frog

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23. I don't think so, as long as it's not affecting their work. If they were being really unpleasant

Sat Apr 24, 2021, 12:57 PM

Apr 2021

about it, and using it to bother their coworkers, it would make sense, but in the absence of other unacceptable behaviors, I don't think so.

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Should actors be fired for supporting Trump? [View all] spooky3 Apr 2021 OP

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