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politics2 years ago

"Pence's Gas Station Ad Sparks Mockery and Criticism"

Former Vice President Mike Pence faced criticism on social media for a campaign video showing him appearing to fill up a gas tank while criticizing the Biden administration's energy policies. Many mocked Pence, pointing out a beeping noise in the background that suggested he wasn't actually pumping gas. Despite the backlash, Pence's campaign announced that he has met the requirements to participate in the first GOP presidential nomination debate.

via Fox News|
#campaign-video#gasoline#gop
politics2 years ago

The Unsettling Memes and Controversies Surrounding Ron DeSantis' Presidential Campaign

Ron DeSantis' recent campaign video has sparked controversy due to its use of memes and imagery associated with the online right. The video features memes such as GigaChad, Patrick Bateman, Yes Chad, Thomas Shelby, and Achilles, which symbolize various aspects of hypermasculinity and far-right ideologies. While these memes have been relatively fringe in the online right, their inclusion in DeSantis' video suggests their potential seepage into the conservative mainstream. Some experts argue that this strategy aims to appeal to Trump voters by demonstrating that DeSantis embodies the ideals associated with Trump.

via POLITICO|
#campaign-video#conservative-mainstream#memes
entertainment2 years ago

"Ron DeSantis Faces Backlash from 'Peaky Blinders' Team Over Controversial Campaign Ads"

The cast and crew of Peaky Blinders, including Steven Knight and Cillian Murphy, have criticized Ron DeSantis' campaign for using video footage of the show's character Tommy Shelby without permission. The video, released as a wrap-up to Pride month, juxtaposes images from Peaky Blinders with DeSantis' anti-trans laws and efforts to shut down drag events. This is not the first time DeSantis has used popular culture references in his campaign ads.

via Deadline|
#campaign-video#controversy#entertainment
politics2 years ago

Politicians and LGBT Groups Condemn DeSantis' Homophobic Video

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for a campaign video that criticizes former President Donald Trump's past support for LGBTQ Americans. The video, released on the last day of LGBTQ Pride Month, has been criticized for bordering on homophobia. Buttigieg condemned DeSantis for trying to prove his worth by making life harder for a vulnerable community. Former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie and former Texas Congressman Will Hurd also criticized the video, calling it divisive and distracting from more important issues.

via USA TODAY|
#campaign-video#criticism#lgbtq-rights
politics2 years ago

Buttigieg criticizes DeSantis' LGBTQ-focused ad as homophobic and politically motivated

Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg criticized Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for releasing a campaign video attacking former President Donald Trump's promise to protect LGBTQ rights. Buttigieg questioned DeSantis' motives and criticized his track record on LGBTQ issues, including championing laws that restrict their rights. The video, which spliced images of DeSantis with shirtless bodybuilders, drew backlash from both Democrats and Republicans, with some accusing it of being homophobic.

via POLITICO|
#campaign-video#criticism#lgbtq-rights
politics2 years ago

DeSantis Criticizes Liberal Cities During Campaign Tour.

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis shot a campaign video in San Francisco, criticizing the city for its "leftist policies" and claiming that it has destroyed the quality of life of its citizens. He complained about seeing "people defecating on the street" and "so much riff-raff just running around." DeSantis stumbled on his words and his video was criticized for being thrown together and off-the-cuff.

via SFist|
#campaign-video#criticism#politics
entertainment2 years ago

Ben Affleck's production studio objects to Trump's use of their work in campaign video.

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, has condemned the use of their work in a fundraising video for Donald Trump's campaign. The video features a monologue from the Amazon movie Air, directed by Affleck and starring Damon, and was posted on Trump's Truth Social platform. The production company stated that they had no knowledge of, consented to, or endorsed the use of their work in the video. They also warned that they do not grant consent for any future use of their material by the Trump campaign where approval or consent is required under US copyright law.

via The Independent|
#ben-affleck#campaign-video#copyright-law
politics2 years ago

Trump's Campaign Video Draws Legal Objection from Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's Studio

Matt Damon and Ben Affleck's production studio, Artists Equity, objected to former President Donald Trump's use of audio from their movie "Air" in a campaign video posted on Truth Social. The video featured a monologue from the movie played alongside photos and videos of Mr. Trump throughout his life. The studio denounced the use of their work and stated that they had no foreknowledge of, did not consent to, and do not endorse or approve any footage or audio from "Air" being repurposed by the Trump campaign as a political advertisement or for any other use.

via The New York Times|
#air#ben-affleck#campaign-video