In a world where the lines between celebrity and politics are increasingly blurred, the trend of high-profile figures capitalizing on their fame for financial gain continues to grow.
As reported by RedState, this trend is particularly prevalent among Democratic politicians and their celebrity counterparts, with lucrative deals being handed out like candy at a children's party.
The Obamas and the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, are prime examples of this phenomenon. These figures, despite their varying degrees of relevance, have secured massive Netflix deals, raising questions about the merit of their contributions. The question that begs to be asked is, "Did they truly merit a $100 million payday for unspecified content that thus far has plummeted like a lead balloon?"
The publishing industry in New York is not exempt from this trend. Major publishing houses have been known to offer exorbitant sums to figures such as the Clintons and the Obamas for books that, while they may not be widely read, serve as status symbols for the affluent.
This pattern of failed Democratic politicians reaping financial rewards is concerning. Even those who are not politicians, like Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, are cashing in on their woke credentials. The Obamas, for instance, have amassed significant wealth since leaving the White House, owning a 29-acre estate on Martha's Vineyard and a hideaway in Hawaii, despite their vocal concerns about climate change.
The trend continues with President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris, both of whom have recently signed with Hollywood talent agency Creative Artists Agency (CAA). Biden, widely considered by many conservatives to be one of the least effective presidents in U.S. history, and Harris, whose campaign trail performance earned her the moniker "Queen of the World Salads," are now poised to profit from their political missteps.
The move of these high-ranking officials into the entertainment industry raises eyebrows. As Variety reported, CAA plans to "work closely with Harris on her post-White House initiatives, creating strategic opportunities that expand her platform in support of the issues she has championed throughout decades-long career in public service." Biden, who was represented by the agency before his presidency, has also returned to the CAA fold.
CAA co-chairman Richard Lovett referred to Biden as one of "Americas most respected and influential voices in national and global affairs," a statement that is likely to be met with skepticism by those who recall his troubled reelection campaign. Harris, on the other hand, is often viewed as a figure of ridicule, yet she is likely to secure a lucrative book deal or Netflix contract, following in the footsteps of the Obamas and the Sussexes.
The funneling of money from Hollywood and New York publishers to progressive figures is a troubling trend. These individuals often fail in their political endeavors, yet they continue to amass wealth and influence, seemingly laughing all the way to the bank.
The next figure to join this trend could be California Governor Gavin Newsom, who may sign with CAA and profit from a cooking show or a teeth-whitening special, all while praising the virtues of the California experiment and ignoring the fact that his policies have contributed to the state's decline.
Indeed, the term "creative artists" seems to have taken on a new meaning in this context, referring not to those who create art, but to those who artfully navigate the intersection of politics and celebrity for personal gain.
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