Today is your day Boomer! On the day after another assassination attempt on Donald Trump, do you care if so-called "celebrities" are endorsing their favourite presidential candidate? I guess these people believe their across-America influence is so great that they can help shape voters' minds. Or, are they just passionately-political people who want to get involved somehow? We know singer Taylor Swift came out in favour of Kamela Harris right after the recent debate and she is, perhaps, the most influential global superstar to get directly involved. If not getting votes for Harris, she certainly has inspired people to sign-up as new voters....almost 400,000 at last count, and Swift's endorsement will certainly get more young women to the polls this fall. What about other famous faces? Harris: George Clooney, Robert De Niro, Charli XCX, Olivia Rodrigo, and Matt Damon. Trump: Elon Musk, Hulk Hogan, Dana White, Dave Portnoy, and Kid Rock. My take is....you would think there would be more!? America is filled with celebrities, but many remain silent in the face of a huge global-changing election! Just think about what these leaders want to do with important issues like climate change, the war in Ukraine, the Gaza conflict, abortion, and gun control. Boomers, do you vote based on a star's endorsement? Something to consider as we head toward a national election here in Canada next year. Cheers...

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