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If you could elect any musician as president which would it be? I would chose Lemmy Kilmister.
Lemmy Kilmister: Musician for President
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Discussion Overview
The discussion revolves around the hypothetical scenario of electing a musician as president, exploring various candidates and their perceived qualities. Participants share their preferences, reasoning, and concerns regarding musicians in political roles.
Discussion Character
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Main Points Raised
- One participant suggests Lemmy Kilmister as a cool choice for president, citing his character.
- Another participant expresses skepticism about the idea of Lemmy as president, humorously noting potential consequences.
- Tim McIlrath is proposed by a participant, who highlights his lifestyle choices and political leanings, while acknowledging the improbability of his election.
- Krist Novoselic is mentioned as a more politically active musician who could be a viable candidate.
- George Clinton is suggested as a fun option for president.
- Dan Fogelberg is mentioned as a choice, albeit noting his deceased status.
- Some participants express a general disinterest in electing musicians, with one stating outright that none should be chosen.
- Multiple candidates are proposed for different countries, including Zack de la Rocha for the US and Johnny Clegg for South Africa.
- Concerns are raised about the political views of Lemmy, with one participant referencing his controversial memorabilia collection and self-identification as an anarchist or libertarian.
- Joni Mitchell is suggested for her musical talent, with a participant reflecting on her lyrics and their relevance over time.
- Cedric Bixler-Zavala is humorously proposed for his potential press interactions.
- Another participant mentions Danny Elfman as a smart choice for president.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Participants express a mix of support and skepticism regarding the idea of musicians as presidents, with no consensus on a preferred candidate or the viability of musicians in political roles. Some participants outright reject the notion, while others advocate for specific musicians.
Contextual Notes
Some statements reflect personal opinions on the political leanings and public personas of the musicians mentioned, which may not be universally accepted or verified.
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Gokul43201
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Yikes! Lemmy Kilmister President?
This post could put me on the Secret Service watch list.
This post could put me on the Secret Service watch list.
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I'd say Tim McIlrath, of Rise Against.
Oh, let me mention, he's a vegetarian (i think he might even be vegan) and has heterochromia (two different colored eyes=cool) as well as being a straight edge (no drugs, drinking, etc). Reason it'll never happen: A. Hes a musician not a politician and B. He's really liberal.
On a more likely chance is Krist Novoselic the former bassist for Nirvana who is active in Washington state politics.
Oh, let me mention, he's a vegetarian (i think he might even be vegan) and has heterochromia (two different colored eyes=cool) as well as being a straight edge (no drugs, drinking, etc). Reason it'll never happen: A. Hes a musician not a politician and B. He's really liberal.
On a more likely chance is Krist Novoselic the former bassist for Nirvana who is active in Washington state politics.
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Easy. Let's have another Clinton... George Clinton!
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I'd have to pick Dan Fogelberg if he wasn't so dead. Maybe "the boss"...
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Uhm, none?
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For the US, I'd choose Zack de la Rocha, that would be fun to watch!
For South Africa (my country of birth), Johnny Clegg
For Belgium, Trent Reznor, that would keep things interesting
For South Africa (my country of birth), Johnny Clegg
For Belgium, Trent Reznor, that would keep things interesting
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If Zack de la Rocha became president the south would secede again.
Mike Einziger [the guitarist from Incubus] would be a cool choice.
Mike Einziger [the guitarist from Incubus] would be a cool choice.
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Evo said:
I agree. Musicians should not be presidents. I don't even think most musicians should even be musicians.
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Sting because Sting cares.
Lemmy would rock actually, he actually seems to be a pretty average bloke off stage.
Lemmy would rock actually, he actually seems to be a pretty average bloke off stage.
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wolram
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George Michael, he (could) avert cock ups.
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The Dagda said:
I've never heard of this Lemmy fellow till today.
I don't know if I like his political leanings:
I don't really have a problem with his Nazi stuff. I've an original copy of Mein Kampf on my bookshelf, and about 1000 Nazi stamps in my collection. But a libertarian? I've never met a libertarian I agreed with on anything. And I mean anything.
I'd elect Joni Mitchell. She sings perty.
One of her songs, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTP0wUdLoEI", might indicate some of her social and political leanings.
Oh my. I've never read the http://www.lyricsfreak.com/j/joni+mitchell/the+three+great+stimulants_20075319.html" before. It's "Artifice and Innocence". I always thought she was singing "Part of it's an innocence". I always wondered why my count was off on that song.
Hmmm... Reading all of the lyrics, it looks as though absolutely nothing has changed since 1985, when the song was written. hmmm... Imagine that.
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Well... the choice is obvious. Clearly, no musician has "ready for office" written all over him more than Cedric Bixler-Zavala:
Mostly because I'd love to see him at press meetings, throwing mike-stands and monitors at reporters, yelling at them for "acting like a bunch of white people."
Mostly because I'd love to see him at press meetings, throwing mike-stands and monitors at reporters, yelling at them for "acting like a bunch of white people."
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I'm thinking Danny Elfman, he's a really smart dude.
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RiseAgainst said:
I chose Lemmy because he seems like a cool person and he would try and minimize the govt. He wouldn't want the govt. to keep expanding like current politicians do.