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Rock Legends Call for Action: Musicians Condemn Trump, Urge Resistance

Rock musicians have been vocal critics of Donald Trump, with artists like Bruce Springsteen, Eddie Vedder, and The Dropkick Murphys openly opposing the former president. Tom Morello and Neil Young have recently intensified their attacks, with Morello accusing the Trump administration of using a Nazi slogan and Young condemning Trump’s actions. Morello has previously used his platform to express his views through signs and performances at protests. Young even invited Trump to a concert during his “Love Earth” tour, despite his strong criticism of the former president’s policies.

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Vedder Honors Springsteen, Condemns Trump in Anti-Autocracy Protest

Following Bruce Springsteen’s on-stage criticism of the Trump administration, Donald Trump retaliated with personal attacks against Springsteen, Taylor Swift, and other artists who have voiced political opinions. In response, Pearl Jam’s Eddie Vedder performed Springsteen’s “My City of Ruins” at a concert, seemingly in solidarity. The American Federation of Musicians publicly supported Springsteen and Swift against Trump’s attacks, highlighting the artists’ role as role models.

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