Bruce Springsteen Says He’s a ‘Patriot’ for Standing Up to Trump: ‘I Believe in Critical Patriotism’
Bruce Springsteen is defining his opposition to President Trump as 'critical patriotism' amid new musical and archival retrospectives.
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Bruce Springsteen has described himself as a 'patriot' for standing up to President Trump, stating his belief in the concept of 'critical patriotism.' Variety and rova highlight Springsteen's framing of his political opposition as an act of patriotism. Simultaneously, PBS is featuring the program 'Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song.' Further related developments include the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame opening an exhibition titled 'Chimes of Freedom: Patriotism, Protest, and the Power of Song.'
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How does Bruce Springsteen describe his stance toward President Trump?
He labels himself a 'critical patriot' for opposing the president.
What is the name of the PBS program featuring Springsteen?
The program is titled 'Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song.'
What new exhibition is opening at the Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame?
The hall is opening 'Chimes of Freedom: Patriotism, Protest, and the Power of Song.'
Coverage (7)
- Bruce Springsteen Remains Optimistic About America, Despite Trump Leading a 'Ship of Fools' TheWrap · 14h ago
- Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame To Open “Chimes of Freedom: Patriotism, Protest, and the Power of Song” EIN Presswire · 14h ago
- A Fourth of July treat: PBS’ ‘Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song’ (WATCH HERE) NJArts.net · 14h ago
- Bruce Springsteen labels himself 'critical patriot' for opposing President Trump rova · 14h ago
- Folk Americana Roots Hall of Fame To Open “Chimes of Freedom: Patriotism, Protest, and the Power of Song” The National Law Review · 14h ago
- WATCH: Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song PBS · 14h ago
- Bruce Springsteen Says He’s a ‘Patriot’ for Standing Up to Trump: ‘I Believe in Critical Patriotism’ Variety · 14h ago broke it first
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