9 March 2003 - Washington, D.C, USA Concert Review |
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DC Just Doesen't Get It
Since this was the forum that little Andrew chose to argue his point, I guess this is where I will respond. Your original point in YOUR review was that it WAS a political statement to wear the t-shirt...and I quote "if that isn't a political statement I don't know what is." Besides that, who are you to say who would be a better president, and why should that be an issue at a rock concert. My point had nothing to do with either his right to wear it, or his intent in wearing it. My point is, the band has never been shy about there views but has also never made them a part of the show. If they choose to become political they WILL lose the fans that do not feel that a concert is a proper place to hold a political rally. And besides, who told you that Jon Bon Jovi is against the war? You see, the political statement that you thought was so clear wasn't...and thats part of the reason that it was a mistake. If you think that the political views of celebrities are important I urge you to watch Jeannine Garafallo the next time she goes on TV and makes a fool of herself. I would not pay to see Hannity and Colmes play a rock concert, just like I didn't pay to see Jon Bon Jovi's political views. Whatever your beliefs are, it was not a good move. He is not going to gain any fans by expressing and kind of political ideals, merely lose them. I don'y know if you were around during the These Days era when they could barely half fill an arena....but it wasn't fun. The band, and the stage show are so good we should have been able to leave enthusiastic about the week ahead instead of wondering about the intent of a t-shirt. Besides....the reason for the shirt was that members of the GORE FAMILY WERE IN THE ARENA!! That was it....no statement and no point in sparking debates over the meaning when it would have been easier and more acceptable to all if he had merely acknowledged his friends. |