Comments on: Streisand Gets Political in Her Brooklyn Singing Return

By: ScottyGS

ScottyGS — Thu, 18 Oct 2012 01:17:53 +0000

You don’t publish ‘hate mail’, Roger? What were those first half dozen posts all about, then? A barrage of anti-Barbra posts. Barbra has been reknowned for her political stance over the years. It’s part and parcel of who she is. If anyone doesn’t think Yentl is a ‘political statement’ then they haven’t been paying any attention whatsoever to the woman both in front of and behind the camera! She’s an unrepentant Liberal Democrat (as I am). I wasn’t when I first began hearing that glorious voice as a youngster. I never think ‘politics’ when I like an artist…IF I happen to agree with their message, fine. If I don’t I can still enjoy their artistry and ignore their message. My political viewpoint came about entirely unrelated to Barbra’s but I find it nice that we share similar ideas. I AM quite positive there must have been at least several people writing in to counteract those pointed comments about her ‘sticking her nose in’ (you don’t think those are hurtful and uncalled for comments, Roger? I do). As a United States citizen, she has every right to express her points of view as any of the rest of us do. Hers isn’t a ‘Bully Pulpit’ since anyone in attendance knows FULL well where she stands and how she thinks – it can’t come as any surprise. The idea of telling someone of her stature to ‘shut up and sing’ is anathema to me. HER viewpoints count as much as any director who expresses his/hers through a camera lens. If she says it out loud because she has a voice AND a receptive audience, more power to her. One dissents by not attending the show or concert or by not buying her music, Otherwise –those who don’t like her message can simply ignore this blog, n’est-ce-pas? That they chose not to speaks volumes.

By: Roger Friedman

Roger Friedman — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 17:51:35 +0000

I am. I don’t publish hate mail. It’s that simple. When I see the words moron or idiot, I also just dump ‘em. What’s the point? I don’t mind criticism or opposing viewpoints as long as they’re smart and thoughtful.

By: Sheila Daigneault

Sheila Daigneault — Sun, 14 Oct 2012 16:57:26 +0000

These celebrities do not live in the real world. They can afford to be idealistic. Those of us who are single mothers, have lost our jobs, gone through cancer and have bills we can’t even begin to pay, cannot. When you have everything you need and want in the world, your priorities are different than a person who is worried about keeping a roof over her children’s head.

By: Michael L

Michael L — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 03:23:34 +0000

I love Barbra’s voice. But I want to hear her songs. And I want to read about her performance, not her political views. Onstage it’s best she sing or talk about music; political opinions are inappropriate. She’s entitled to them, but can state them elsewhere. Likewise this review. It’s a terrific report on the main subject, but why spoil it by mentioning politics in a musical review? Both you and she can find a soapbox or bully pulpit somewhere else. Please don’t think I’m being political myself because of my views on venues. In the future, better to stick with the reasons we buy tickets or read reviews. Thanks.

By: Kay Bennett

Kay Bennett — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 02:33:33 +0000

Really?? What a surprise that Ms Streisand would speak about politics because she has so much experience to back up her ridiculous comments. As to her comments regarding jobs, healthcare and education the only possible vote would be for an experienced businessman, govenor, highly moral candidate, Romney. Obama had 4 years to improve all these areas. He had complete control of the Senate and Congress, however, due to his inexperience in how to best solve these problems, this is where we are today. One step away from Greece. We don’t recognize our country anymore with the unemployment, high gas prices, divided races, no oil, coal or pipeline decisions and terrorists able to strike at will. He had no governing experience, none! He was never vetted in 2007. So all you B. Striesand followers should really think twice when she steps into the political arena and “commands” you to vote for that big loser, Obama. He is truly scary. I am so disappointed in her as I loved her until she became political. Stop commenting and just sing!

By: Anastasiagirl

Anastasiagirl — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 02:32:11 +0000

Little obvious you are screening the comments.

By: Sallyhen

Sallyhen — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 01:16:59 +0000

I wouldn’t go across the street even if I could sit in my recliner. I don’t really care one whit about her political opinion.

By: ACE

ACE — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:51:48 +0000

I use to wonder why BS sticks her nose in matters beyond her cognitive capability,l

By: Diana B

Diana B — Sat, 13 Oct 2012 00:21:43 +0000

Yeah. Barbra Streisand knows so much about jobs, healthcare, and education.