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Taylor Swift: Is She Voting For Donald Trump?!

Just before Hillary Clinton accepted her party’s nomination at the Democratic National Convention last night, another wildly famous and influential woman took the stage. Katy Perry Roars, Rises at Democratic National Convention Sure, Katy Perry isn’t exactly a major figure in the world of American politics, but she’s the most-followed person on Twitter and one of the most recognizable women in the world. Perry taking the stage to endorse Hillary made the GOP’s use of Z-list celebs like Scott Baio and Antonio Sabato, Jr. seem even more ridiculous in contrast. But it’s possible that the folks who put together the RNC’s baffling guest list weren’t the only ones stewing as they watched Hillary’s star-studded coronation. At this point the feud between Perry and Taylor Swift  is one of the most notorious in Hollywood. It’s dragged on for years, inspired hit diss tracks, and prompted more than a few amusingly shady tweets . Taylor Swift – Bad Blood (Music Video) While she has many celebrity foes, Katy is the closest thing that Taylor has to an arch-nemesis. So it’s possible that despite her commitment to feminism (though it’s worth noting that she’s been described as a ” fake feminist ” by other young female celebs), Taylor may not have tuned in to witness one of the most important moments in the history of American women. Add to that the fact that Swift has some indirect ties to the Trump family, and it’s enough to make you wonder whom the iconic singer will be casting a ballot for in November. As you may know, Taylor’s best friend is Victoria’s Secret model Karlie Kloss. What you probably weren’t  aware of is that for the past four years, Kloss has been dating Joshua Kushner, brother of Ivanka Trump’s husband, Jared Kushner . Kushner spoke at the RNC last week, making it clear that he’s no silent bystander in his father-in-law’s rise to power. Obviously, we have no way of knowing if Swift’s relationships with Kloss and Kushner have influenced her political leanings, but it’s interesting that while her high-profile friends like Lena Dunham have come out in full-throated support of Hillary, Swift has remained conspicuously silent. Trump and Swift may not be the likeliest allies, but the real estate mogul has expressed his fondness for the singer in the past… …and it’s possible the two of them have an “enemy of my enemy is my friend” understanding going on. It’s tough to imagine Swift actually voting for a candidate who’s been so openly misogynistic throughout his career – but you can bet she won’t be voicing an endorsement for Hillary any time soon. View Slideshow: 7 People Who Don’t Totally Love Taylor Swift

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Sarah Silverman Delivers Line of the DNC

In an election that features one side running the former host of Celebrity Apprentice, it's only fitting that a comedian delivered what may have been the line of the Democratic National Convention on Monday night, right? To open primetime coverage of the event, Sarah Silverman stood alongside Senator Al Franken. The two awkwardly riffed for a few moments, often hearing chants of “Bernie! Bernie!” throughout the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia. These chants emanated from extremely loyal Bernie Sanders supporters. They were so loyal, in fact, and some felt so strongly that their candidate deserved to be the Democratic nominee over Hillary Clinton, that some vowed to either not vote for Clinton or even vote for Donald Trump. Which seems like utter insanity for a Democrat to do. That's where Silverman came in on Monday. One of the most outspoken Bernie Sanders supporters during his primary race, the comedian could not handle the madness for another moment. “Can I say something? To the ‘Bernie or Bust’ people, you’re being ridiculous,” she said. As you can see below, the remark was mostly met with loud cheers. Soon enough, however, the “Bernie!” chants started up again and Silverman was forced to quip: “Thank God they can fix this in post.” That's a pretty great line (the speech aired live, of course). What do you think of Silverman's quote? Is it her place to make such a judgment? Does the Sanders crowd have a right to be upset and voice their opinion? Or, in the name of party unity, should they suck it up at this point and vote for a candidate who still shares many more values with Sanders than Donald Trump? Watch Silverman deliver her line below and then watch the reaction of those in attendance:

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Michelle Obama DNC Speech: An Instant Classic

Yes, Sarah Silverman may have delivered the single line that stood out the most on Monday night at the Democratic National Convention. But Michelle Obama delivered the speech that will stand the test of time. Framing the argument for this election not around party lines, but around “who will have the power to shape our children for the next four or eight years of their lives,” Obama endorsed Hillary Clinton in the most passionate way possible. Speaking candidly about Sasha and Malia, Obama brought up the topic of bullying, a clear reference to Republican nominee Donald Trump. “We don't stoop to their level. Our motto is: 'When they go low, we go high,'” she said. Words matter, she said. Actions matter. When she and her husband moved into the White House years ago and and their 10-year old and their 7-year old went off to school with armed Secret Service agents, Obama recalled: “I saw their little faces pressed up against the window and all I could think was, 'What have we done?'”  Ever since then, she had focused primarily on making this experience into an important one for her kids. “We urge them to ignore those who question their father's citizenship or faith,” she said. “We insist that the hateful language they hear from public figures on TV does not represent the true spirit of this country.” Obama used this angle as a way to segue into why Clinton needs to be elected President. “What I admire most about Hillary is she never buckled under pressure,” the First Lady said. “Hillary Clinton has never quit on anything in her life. “When I think of the kind of president I want for my girls and all our children, that's what I want – the proven strength to persevere.” Later on, Obama talked emotionally about how the White House was built by slaves. About how her two African-American daughters now play on its lawn with their dog. And about how the Republicans spent their Convention trying to tell viewers about all the awful things now going on in the country. “Don't let anyone ever tell you that this country isn't great,” she said in a pointed reference to Trump's campaign slogan. “This, right now, is the greatest country on earth.” The speech was lauded as one of the all-time best on social media. And a certain Commander-in-Chief clearly liked it: It made you understand why someone might want to plagiarize Michelle Obama . Prepare for some waterworks, and don't be ashamed if you stand and cheer at one point, as you watch the full Michelle Obama speech from the DNC below:

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Hillary Clinton Announces Tim Kaine As Vice Presidential Running Mate

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While many thought Clinton would announce her decision at an evening rally earlier in the day, she opted to send a message to her supporters using the digital sphere.

Hillary Clinton Announces Tim Kaine As Vice Presidential Running Mate

Track Palin Avoids Jail Time After Domestic Assault Arrest

Track Palin was facing some pretty serious charges. Sarah Palin’s 28-year-old son was arrested in January following an alcohol-induced fight with his girlfriend. The charges , according to Radar Online , were “4th degree assault, interfering with a domestic violence charge, and possession of a weapon while intoxicated.” At a July 11th hearing, the first two charges were dropped, and Palin pled guilty to the last.   The hearing was then moved to Anchorage Veterans Court, since Palin served as an army reservist in Iraq in 2008. This particular court is specialized, in that it’s “designed to facilitate the rehabilitation of eligible veterans who are charged with criminal offenses.” The aim is to keep the number of veteran offenders out of jail and get them the help they need to recover. Palin’s next hearing is July 25th, and Anchorage District Attorney Clinton Champion told Radar that the court will let Palin know who sort of therapeutic program he’ll be required to follow. View Slideshow: 25 Celebrities Who Suffer From Mental Illness “We’re assuming he’s going to agree [to the program],” Champion added. “That program could take months. It depends on his needs.” This kind of rehab is put on by Veterans Affairs, who assess the patient to determine what kind of treatment would be most effective. “For some people, it’s addiction assistance,” Clinton said. For some, it’s related to anger management or domestic violence. Most everyone does moral reconation therapy, which is a 12 Step program to deal with thinking errors, specifically.” The details of Palin’s altercation with his girlfriend are upsetting.  Police reports state that he “struck her on the left side of her head near her eye with a close fist,” then “kicked [her] on the right knee.” Sarah Palin blamed the arrest on both PTSD and President Obama (a notion that Donald Trump agrees with ). “My son like so many others, they come back a bit different, they come back hardened, they come back wondering if there is that respect for what it is that their fellow soldiers and airmen and every other member of the military so sacrificially have given to this country,” she said. “And that starts from the top. It’s a shame that our military personnel even have to wonder, if they have to question, if they’re respected anymore. It starts from the top. “The question though that comes from our own president where they have to look at him and wonder, do you know what we go through?” We hope that Track gets the help he needs. Tina Fey Recreates Sarah Palin’s Endorsement of Donald Trump for President

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Track Palin Avoids Jail Time After Domestic Assault Arrest

Track Palin Avoids Jail Time After Domestic Assault Arrest

Track Palin was facing some pretty serious charges. Sarah Palin’s 28-year-old son was arrested in January following an alcohol-induced fight with his girlfriend. The charges , according to Radar Online , were “4th degree assault, interfering with a domestic violence charge, and possession of a weapon while intoxicated.” At a July 11th hearing, the first two charges were dropped, and Palin pled guilty to the last.   The hearing was then moved to Anchorage Veterans Court, since Palin served as an army reservist in Iraq in 2008. This particular court is specialized, in that it’s “designed to facilitate the rehabilitation of eligible veterans who are charged with criminal offenses.” The aim is to keep the number of veteran offenders out of jail and get them the help they need to recover. Palin’s next hearing is July 25th, and Anchorage District Attorney Clinton Champion told Radar that the court will let Palin know who sort of therapeutic program he’ll be required to follow. View Slideshow: 25 Celebrities Who Suffer From Mental Illness “We’re assuming he’s going to agree [to the program],” Champion added. “That program could take months. It depends on his needs.” This kind of rehab is put on by Veterans Affairs, who assess the patient to determine what kind of treatment would be most effective. “For some people, it’s addiction assistance,” Clinton said. For some, it’s related to anger management or domestic violence. Most everyone does moral reconation therapy, which is a 12 Step program to deal with thinking errors, specifically.” The details of Palin’s altercation with his girlfriend are upsetting.  Police reports state that he “struck her on the left side of her head near her eye with a close fist,” then “kicked [her] on the right knee.” Sarah Palin blamed the arrest on both PTSD and President Obama (a notion that Donald Trump agrees with ). “My son like so many others, they come back a bit different, they come back hardened, they come back wondering if there is that respect for what it is that their fellow soldiers and airmen and every other member of the military so sacrificially have given to this country,” she said. “And that starts from the top. It’s a shame that our military personnel even have to wonder, if they have to question, if they’re respected anymore. It starts from the top. “The question though that comes from our own president where they have to look at him and wonder, do you know what we go through?” We hope that Track gets the help he needs. Tina Fey Recreates Sarah Palin’s Endorsement of Donald Trump for President

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Generation Hillary

Will intersectionality check intergenerational support for Clinton?

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Generation Hillary

Will intersectionality check intergenerational support for Clinton?

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Will And Jada Get Tangled Up In Tisha Campbell And Duane Martin’s Bankruptcy BS

Smith Couple Embroiled In Campbell Couple Bankruptcy Tisha Campbell-Martin and her husband Duane Martin have unfortunately hit a rough financial patch for the moment…but they’ve been getting help from their good buddies Will and Jada. The Daily Mail has exclusively learned that the Smiths’ names have popped up in the bankruptcy proceedings of Tisha and Duane, detailing how they’ve been trying to help their homies out through this tough time… Will and Jada Smith have been roped into their best friends’ bankruptcy after a trustee presiding over Tisha Campbell-Martin and her husband Duane’s case became suspicious of a short sale of their Los Angeles home. The title of the famous couple’s 7,000-plus square foot home was transferred to a family member, and 100 per cent of the money used in the transfer was funded by Will and Jada Smith, according to court papers obtained by Daily Mail Online. The Martins, who have been together for 20 years, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy on January 7, claiming they are are drowning in debt and owe more than $15,145,387 in liabilities to creditors. The petition stated that the couple have assets of only $65,000 in real estate and $248,000 in personal property. Their monthly income is $7,655, but their monthly expenses come out to $16,953. They claim to only have $200 in cash and less than $200 in their bank accounts. According to the court documents, in late 2014 the couple orchestrated a short sale with their mortgage lender in which a newly created LLC known as Roxe LLC – owned by Duane Martin’s brother Michael and Derek Folk, the couple’s tax preparer – took title to their home. The short sale price was funded 100 per cent by another third party known as Treyball, which appears to be owned by Will Smith, 47, and Jada Pinkett Smith, 44, who have been friends with Duane and Tisha Martin for years.Furthermore, the Martins – he’s 50 and she’s 47 – prepaid monthly rents to the landlord – Roxe LLC – despite there being no contractual obligation to do so. The trustee presiding over the case suggests that the couple transferred the title to Roxe LLC potentially because they knew they were filing for bankruptcy and were attempting to save their home from being sold off to pay back creditors. Well, no one can say the Smiths aren’t loyal friends! Honestly, if you’re in a position to help out those close to you…as long as it’s all on the legal up and up, we can’t see the problem here! WENN/Splash

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Chris Brown’s Baby Mama Kicks It At In & Out…With Former President Bill Clinton???

Nia Guzman Spotted With Bill Clinton At LA Burger Spot How’s this for random? Still deep in the midst of petty social media banter with her baby daddy Breezy , Nia Guzman had a pretty Presidential moment while on a recent trip to LA. While kicking it at In & Out Burger with her eldest daughter , Nia spotted the ex-prez also on his way to grab a bite. Being the natural opportunist that she is, she made sure to grab a pic with him for the ‘gram: You never know who you’ll spot on those LA streets… Instagram

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