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Spielberg Backs Hillary

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Posted on Jun 13, 2007
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Celebrity advocates can be tricky to mobilize in productive ways for political campaigns, but Steven Spielberg is well-respected—and rolling in it—so his support could give Hillary Clinton a major lift.

In the latest round of “Divvying Up (Democratic) Hollywood,” presidential hopeful Hillary Clinton emerges triumphant, having landed a very big fish indeed: überdirector Steven Spielberg.  A campaign information source for Clinton, HillaryHub.com, confirmed Spielberg’s choice on the website on Wednesday.


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“I’ve taken the time to familiarize myself with the impressive field of Democratic candidates and am convinced that Hillary Clinton is the most qualified candidate to lead us from her first day in the White House,” Spielberg said. “Hillary is a strong leader and is respected the world over. As president, she will bring America back together, rebuild our prestige abroad and ensure our protection here at home.”

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By great_satan, June 22, 2007 at 9:16 am #

#77805 by Mike Mid-City on 6/13 at 6:47 pm
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“The force is strong in this one.  naww, too easy.”

That’s George Lucas.

Only two zionist conspiracy statements? I’m impressed.
Oh yes, I ignore Rowdy henceforth!!!!

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By THOMAS BILLIS, June 14, 2007 at 12:55 pm #
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It is an amazing thing about Hollywood types and the reporting that follows.If Steven Spielberg were giving his opinion on how to direct or produce a movie I think we should listen but to give space to who he is backing for President is a waste of space.It is like asking the Pope about sex.

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By Joseph Alfina, June 14, 2007 at 10:37 am #
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I’ve certainly read a lot of criticism re: Hillary at Truthdig (you guys seems bent to destroy her).  But she really is best qualified to restore U.S.’s battered image throughout the world (with the help of her husband).
As far as the candidate with the strongest character and who WOULD resolve U.S.’s deficits, social security, healthcare I’d say Mitt Romney is the ticket here.  He’s got a proven record outside of the political arena.  I’ve been a staunch Democrat all my life, but for him I’m willing to cast my vote.  He’s got heart, charisma, intelligence, is articulate, has a strong family and integrity.  A rarity in Washington.

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By sns, June 14, 2007 at 9:26 am #
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i think SS should both get out of the movies and certainly get out of politics.  the man was talented but always had ZERO TASTE both creatively and now with his political backing of HC.

correction: Sugarland Express was his most artistic movie, but i suspect the DP was directing........Hillary will further push us into the hole..........

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By Tom Doff, June 14, 2007 at 8:36 am #
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This is just an example of the neocon-zionistas covering all the bets, some for Barack, some for Hillary, (it’ll be fun to watch which zionistas are assigned to ‘back’ Romney and Giuliani, just in case Diebold gets their act together this time), in order that no matter who ‘wins’ the presidential ‘race’, they’ll be beholden to the ‘Israel Uber Alles’ gang.

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By faith, June 14, 2007 at 7:57 am #
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I think that is concerning that Mr. Spielberg, with his mega bucks chooses to back a pro Iraq war involvement candidate:  Ms. Clinton.

I am hoping that every parent, every sibling, every person who cares about the lives of human beings sees through this support by Spielberg.  Ms. Clinton most likely supports attacking Iran.  Terrifying.  Damaging.  The United States needs to take care of its own problems at home and should there be any funds left in the budget to spend them on caring for the poor around the world.  This outrageous-egregious war mongering must stop.  I encourage Truthdig readers to support only candidates who are not beholden to big money.  Whether that big money comes from Spielberg, Enron, or others like Abramoff.  Only we Americans can stop this continual bombing and illicit occupation of other sovereign nations.  Stand up to big money - just say NO !!

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By JohnDWoodSr, June 14, 2007 at 6:26 am #

I’ll say one thing about Spielberg--he’s got a lot of money.Just the kind of guy Hillary would go after.

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By sheila, June 14, 2007 at 4:45 am #
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what a suprise.  She’s a war hawk and lover of Aipac.  Where does he get that she is respected worldwide?  She sold her soul many years ago.

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By namvet67, June 14, 2007 at 4:16 am #
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Spielberg backing Clinton is like two whores deciding to do business together. Hillary can be known as the first Madam and Spielberg her pimp.
Hoa binh

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By Marshall, June 14, 2007 at 12:42 am #

Do we give a crap who Spielberg backs?  I sure don’t.  Hollywood is completely predictable and politically ignorant.

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By Yogi Bear, June 14, 2007 at 12:38 am #
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#77832 by rowdy on 6/13 at 7:57 pm

Please don’t say those things. 

I can’t stand Richard Perle, AIPAC, the Neocons and those right wing Israeli thugs.  But I don’t think it’s fair to mix up all those creeps with Jewish people in general who do exercise the option to THINK.

By the way, I’m not Jewish.

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By G.Anderson, June 13, 2007 at 10:26 pm #

Does anyone remember Howard the Duck?

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By rowdy, June 13, 2007 at 7:57 pm #

spielbergs movies all suck,so why wouldn’t he pick a suck ass like hilary to be his personal go between himself and isreal. nuke isreal,and hilary.

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By DennisD, June 13, 2007 at 6:45 pm #
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E.T. phone home - “Hillary is a strong leader and is respected the world over. As president, she will bring America back together, rebuild our prestige abroad and ensure our protection here at home.”

The fantasy never ends in Hollywood does it. Stick to the movies Steven, where people almost never die making them and every mistake can be fixed with another take or some great editing.

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