Politics & Show Business: Should First Ladies Play Guitar & Sing?

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The discussion revolves around the role of First Ladies in the context of show business and politics, particularly focusing on whether it is appropriate or beneficial for them to engage in activities such as playing guitar and singing. The conversation touches on cultural perceptions, media influence, and the blending of entertainment with political life.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants question the separation of show business and politics, suggesting that the two are increasingly intertwined due to media and corporate influences.
  • There is mention of the French First Lady releasing a music CD, prompting discussions about the appropriateness of such actions for a First Lady.
  • One participant expresses skepticism about the combination of music and political roles, comparing it to an unusual recipe.
  • Another participant argues that a First Lady should not have to sacrifice her personal interests or life due to her husband's political position.
  • Comments reflect a mix of admiration and critique regarding the public personas of First Ladies, with some expressing envy towards European cultural contexts.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express a range of views, with no clear consensus on whether First Ladies should engage in show business or the implications of such actions. The discussion remains unresolved with competing perspectives on the topic.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal opinions and cultural comparisons, which may not be universally applicable. The discussion includes speculative remarks about timing and public perception without definitive conclusions.

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Would you like your first lady to play guitar and sing ?
Is there any reason to separate show-business and politics ?
 
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Well, it's all starting to melt together anyway...media, entertainment, government...all running under corporate control.
 
Uh...what?
 
humanino is referring to (correct me if I'm wrong, h!) the French First Lady. She's releasing a music CD.

Isn't Laura Bush due to release a Polka album?
 
lisab said:
humanino is referring to (correct me if I'm wrong, h!) the French First Lady. She's releasing a music CD.

OH! I was wondering what he was talking about. That sounds fun. Why not? Afterall, the first lady shouldn't have to give up having a life just because she's married to the person running the country.
 
lisab said:
humanino is referring to (correct me if I'm wrong, h!) the French First Lady. She's releasing a music CD.
Yes, even though I still can not really believe it. It's like making a soup with a strawberry cone and a turnip. You don't expect it to work. But they are happy together, and she is releasing yet another album. It's not that the music is really bad, or that it's good nobody thinks about G8 and China, it just seems an odd association.
 
Moonbear said:
the first lady shouldn't have to give up having a life just because she's married to the person running the country.
They are really good at it. She is introduced very very slowly, like only saying one more word per month and sitting 3 inches closer (around 10 cm), and I must admit, the timing is quite convenient for a new album now. But maybe the timing would have been convenient any other time, which raises even more thoughts in my sick head.
 
You guys have one hot first lady. Back her prime, me-oww.

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Mwah, lovely.
 
Damn! Damn you Europeans! You've got it soo much better. The babes, the education, the history, the culture!
 
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We had a President who starred in Bedtime for Bonzo. Let's see the French top that!
 

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