In recent years, Hollywood has emerged as an unlikely arbiter of American morality, eager to instruct us on what to believe and how to live. But there’s a gaping hole in this narrative: the film industry’s elites are out of touch with the concerns and needs of rural Americans, particularly when it comes to Second Amendment rights.
Hollywood celebrities inhabit a bubble of wealth and influence, largely insulated from the challenges of everyday life that rural Americans must navigate. Issues like healthcare access, educational quality, and stable employment are often abstract concepts for them, far removed from their day-to-day reality.
Many in Hollywood vocally support policies, like stringent gun control, that may suit metropolitan areas but are impractical or even dangerous in rural settings. Fast police response times in cities can’t be guaranteed in remote areas. Here, the right to bear arms isn’t just a constitutional guarantee; it’s a vital lifeline.
In rural communities, gun ownership often goes beyond self-defense. For many, it’s a means to put food on the table through sustainable hunting practices. Celebrities who speak out against the Second Amendment seldom consider this aspect, focusing solely on the potential misuse of firearms.
Lack of Personal Responsibility
Rural Americans often prioritize personal responsibility and self-sufficiency—values that Hollywood doesn’t always appreciate. Government solutions proposed by celebrities tend to promote dependency rather than empowering individuals.
As members of the Texas Patriot Republic, we value individual initiative, self-sufficiency, and limited government. Hollywood’s attempts to shape public discourse are at odds with these principles. It’s time we challenge their narratives and focus on policies that work for our unique communities in Texas and beyond.