Joan Baez Urges Modern Pop Stars to Speak Out on Political Issues
By
Emily Zemler
The bagel they save for the regulars. Don't skim, savour.
Summary
Joan Baez, in an interview on Julia Louis-Dreyfus' podcast "Wiser Than Me," expressed frustration that many modern pop musicians remain silent on political and social issues, particularly regarding the Trump administration's "assault on democracy." Baez encouraged younger artists to take small steps in using their platforms for activism.
Key quotes
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Do you find that unbelievably frustrating or do you understand, perhaps, where those artists are coming from
Just take that little step
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