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The Complex Politics of Celebrity Support in Country Music
The recent commentary by country star John Rich has ignited a lively debate about the role of political expression among entertainers, especially in the country music industry. Rich took to social media to praise Carrie Underwood for her performance of America the Beautiful at Donald Trump's inauguration, describing her decision as “incredible” and emphasizing her message of unity. However, at the same time, Rich used this platform to call out fellow country artists who have remained silent or non-committal regarding their political views, particularly support for Trump.