Sep 09 24

Mark Ruffalo Slams Elon Musk, Mandy Patinkin Sings ‘Over the Rainbow’ in Yiddish at ‘Kamala-Con’

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Actors and Activists Unite to Defend Democracy

Just before the debate, stars and whistleblowers raised $40,000+ supporting Harris amid urgent calls to protect democracy.

Key FactsSep 9, 2024 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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In a livestream held two days before the first presidential debate, actors and real-life heroes highlighted the risks posed by Donald Trump to American democracy.

The event, hosted by Progressive Change Campaign Committee and Schlep Labs, raised over $40,000 for the Harris-Walz campaign.

Mark Ruffalo criticized Elon Musk’s shift on climate issues while urging support for justice and democracy.

Mandy Patinkin shared a personal story about truth and performed “Over the Rainbow” in English and Yiddish to inspire hope.

You don’t get a second chance with people you love, with your grandchildren, with your country. You have, sometimes, only one chance to hit the right note, and we are at one of those crossroads in the existence of this democracy, a republic, Ben Franklin said, if you can keep it. It has never been in more danger.
— Mandy Patinkin speaks about the importance of truth and the dangers facing democracy.

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Kamala Harris

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Vice President of the United States from 2021 to 2025

Mark Ruffalo

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American actor (born 1967)

Mandy Patinkin

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American actor and singer

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