Bruce Springsteen Says He's a 'Patriot' for Standing Up to Trump
Variety • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Bruce Springsteen defines true patriotism as critically engaging with America’s flaws and encouraging improvement, emphasizing "critical patriotism" during his PBS special "Bruce Springsteen: Finding America in Song."
- Known for his political outspokenness, Springsteen's recent "Land of the Hope and Dreams" tour included protest songs and direct criticisms of former President Donald Trump and former Attorney General Pam Bondi.
- Springsteen accused Bondi of protecting Trump’s allies and Trump himself of being unable to handle criticism, highlighting his continued opposition to the former administration.
- In response, Trump attacked Springsteen on social media, calling for a boycott of his music and concerts while accusing him of having "Trump Derangement Syndrome" and disparaging his appearance and career.
