Jane Fonda to Host First Amendment Celebration Opposite Trump’s Birthday Event
In contrast to a mixed martial arts event celebrating President Trump, actor and activist Jane Fonda will host a concert in New York City. Her group, Committee for the First Amendment, is presenting “Rise Up, Sing Out” to support free speech and democracy, principles Fonda believes are under attack. The event, featuring prominent actors and musicians, will be livestreamed and highlights Fonda’s decades of activism and her recent efforts to draw attention to environmental issues and media consolidation. Fonda sees this moment as crucial for artists to actively participate in shaping historical narratives.
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