Celebrity Endorsements - Who Really Cares?

With only a few weeks left until election day, it seems as if politics are on everyone's minds and lips lately. This groundbreaking election is gearing up to be one for the books and everyone, and I mean everyone, seems to have some opinion on it. While political discussion among the people is certainly not a bad thing, am I the only one who thinks the seemingly endless celebrity endorsements making the news are getting a little ridiculous?

Its no doubt our culture is celebrity obsessed and society is greatly influenced by our favorite musicians or actors. We look to them for the latest fashions and trends but should or could they influence our vote for the president of the United States? I sure hope not. Although their endorsements stem from various reasons and issues, dozens of celebrities have publicly announced support for candidates for the 2008 primary election.

Countless celebrities have endorsed both cantidates, in particular Barack Obama. He even has a music video dedicated towards him. While celebrity support is interesting news, it should not be a driving force in choosing one's vote. In my opinion, they should stick to entertaining, rather than politically persuading the American people.

Comments!

I commented on Goose's post regarding JuicyCampus and the controversy it has recently stirred on the SMU campus. I also commented on Thyrston's "Letters of WRECKommendaton." I thought both of these posts were very relevant to students and touched on big issues on campus.