Republican Senator John Kennedy of Louisiana, known for his colorful rhetoric, recently addressed criticism from Hollywood figures in an appearance on The Sean Hannity Show.
Kennedy was asked to respond to comments made by actress Sharon Stone, who attributed Donald Trump’s recent landslide victory to what she called “uneducated Americans.”
Kennedy, in his usual unflappable style, dismissed the remarks while highlighting the perceived disconnect between liberal elites and much of the American populace.
Sen. John Kennedy Delivers Unforgettable Response to Hollywood Name-Calling Trump Supporters
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“These people are goofy,” Kennedy began, adding, “They have the right to their opinion, but they’re just goofy. They hate George Washington and Thomas Jefferson and Abraham Lincoln—and Dr. Seuss and Mr. Potato Head.”
He went on to critique what he views as extreme cultural positions among liberal circles, saying, “They think our kids ought to be able to change genders at recess. They carry around Ziploc bags of kale to give themselves energy. To me—to each his own. To me, kale tastes like I’d rather be fat.”
Kennedy also challenged what he called the “unwarranted sense of moral and intellectual superiority” among Hollywood liberals. “They think they’re smarter and more virtuous than the American people. And they think we’re not real people. But we were, and we are real people,” he said.
In a pointed reference to Trump’s victory, Kennedy noted the electorate’s dissatisfaction with elite narratives. “In this last election, we got real mad, and we sent a message, clearly, unequivocally,” he said.
He closed his comments with a jab at his critics, offering a tongue-in-cheek holiday greeting: “Happy Thanksgiving, and stay deplorable, my friend.”
The exchange was met with laughter and applause from the show’s audience and supporters online, who praised Kennedy’s sharp wit and unapologetic defense of conservative values.
Kennedy’s remarks also underscore a broader cultural divide that has defined much of the political landscape in recent years.
While Trump’s supporters have often been labeled as “deplorables” or “uneducated” by some progressive figures, Kennedy’s defense of these voters reflects a pushback against such characterizations.
The Louisiana senator’s ability to combine humor with pointed criticism has made him a standout figure in conservative politics.
He comments about kale and cultural debates, while lighthearted, resonate with many who feel alienated by what they perceive as elitist attitudes from Hollywood and coastal liberals.
The viral moment has further solidified Kennedy’s reputation as a down-to-earth communicator who connects with everyday Americans.
His remarks were widely shared online, with conservative media figures and commentators hailing his defense of Trump supporters as both humorous and on-point.
As the cultural and political divide continues to dominate national discourse, Kennedy’s colorful rhetoric serves as a reminder of the differing perspectives that define American politics.
Whether one agrees with his views or not, his message is clear: conservative voters are not backing down, and they expect to be taken seriously.