In a recent Instagram post, Mötley Crüe drummer Tommy Lee expressed his support for Vice President Kamala Harris's potential presidential campaign, sparking both support and criticism from his followers.
Lee's Support for Kamala Harris
Tommy Lee's post emphasized his belief in the need for female leadership in the United States. He wrote:
“I’ve been saying it for a long time… Our country needs some serious FEMALE love!!! Dunno if Kamala is the one but fucking A…. Let’s make this CUNTry great again!!!”
While some fans appreciated his candidness, others were quick to criticize him for voicing his political opinions. One follower commented, “Just play the drums, we could care less about what you think,” while another added, “Why do you need to share your political views? You lose fans.” Another commenter advised, “My brother, love you behind the drums and even DJing a little. But….politics not your thing man, just chill and stay in your lane. But love you dude this just isn’t where you fit in lol.”
Criticism Over Political Posts
This is not the first time Tommy Lee has faced backlash for his political posts. Recently, he was criticized for an Instagram post about former President Donald Trump. Lee shared a picture of Trump with a joke about a shooting incident, drawing a penis in Trump's hand and captioning it, “Too soon?”
The post received negative reactions, with many users expressing disappointment. One commenter said, “Tommy that’s pretty f*cked up… An innocent man with kids died – others in critical condition – no matter what your political persuasion is.” Another wrote, “I just lost so much respect for you. That man would die for our country, and this is what you choose to do.” A third commenter added, “Dude! Not cool. I don’t care who anyone votes for. It’s not funny. Unbelievable ignorance. A man died. Wtf? I thought you had an ounce of class.”
Lee's Long-Standing Political Views
Tommy Lee has never shied away from sharing his political views. In 2020, he made headlines by stating that if Trump won the election again, he would move back to Greece. In an interview, he mentioned his plans to leave the US and buy a house on a Greek island if Trump were re-elected.
Conclusion
Tommy Lee's recent posts highlight the polarizing nature of political discourse on social media. While he continues to advocate for change and express his opinions, the reactions from his followers demonstrate the challenges public figures face when engaging in political conversations. As Lee navigates the criticism and support from his fans, his outspoken nature remains a defining aspect of his public persona.
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