Ariana Grande Re-Shares Viral Post Asking Trump Voters: 'Has Your Life Gotten Better?'
Singer Ariana Grande re-shared a viral post on her Instagram Stories Sunday, questioning the impact of President Donald Trump's policies on his supporters nearly a year into his second term in office.
The list of questions, originally posted by makeup artist and activist Matt Bernstein, begins: "I want to check in with trump voters. I have one very genuine question. It's been 250 days. Now that immigrants have been violently torn from their families and communities have been destroyed, now that trans people have been blamed for virtually everything and live in fear, now that free speech is on the brink of collapse for us all has your life gotten better?"
Grande, a vocal supporter of former Vice President Kamala Harris and Vermont independent Bernie Sanders, shared the list hours after Bernstein posted it. The post quickly gained traction online, with many users praising Grande's willingness to engage in dialogue with Trump supporters.
"I think Ariana is trying to spark a conversation about the impact of Trump's policies on his base," said Dr. Sophia Patel, a politics professor at New York University. "It's a clever move, as it forces people to confront the consequences of their support for the president."
The post comes amid growing concerns about the administration's handling of immigration and LGBTQ+ rights. Critics argue that Trump's policies have led to increased violence against immigrants and marginalized communities.
"President Trump's policies have been devastating for many Americans," said Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). "I applaud Ariana Grande for shining a light on the human cost of these policies."
However, some supporters of the president defended his actions, arguing that they are necessary to protect American interests.
"Ariana Grande's post is just another example of Hollywood elites trying to shame people who disagree with them," said Republican strategist and Trump supporter, Scott Jennings. "The president's policies have been a huge success, and it's time for people like Ariana to focus on the issues that really matter."
Grande's re-share of the post has sparked a lively debate online, with many users weighing in on the impact of Trump's policies on his supporters.
As the conversation continues, one thing is clear: the question posed by Grande and Bernstein - "Has your life gotten better?" - will remain at the forefront of the national dialogue for weeks to come.
*Reporting by Billboard.*