Bryan Cranston Suggests "MAGA" Is A "Racist Remark"

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AUSTIN, TEXAS - NOVEMBER 05: Dos Hombres Mezcal co-founder, Bryan Cranston, co-hosts 'An Introduction to Mezcal' during the Austin Food & Wine Festival at Auditorium Shores on November 05, 2022 in Austin, Texas. (Photo by Rick Kern/Getty Images)
The "Breaking Bad" star discussed his privilege and questioning MAGA supporters about when America was "great" for all its citizens.

Prepare to rehash MAGA madness as the U.S. approaches another presidential election next year. Donald Trump coined the phrase during his tenure, and it spread like wildfire among his supporters. Yet, it wasn't just in America that MAGA mania took over. Red hats surfaced worldwide, and the "Make America Great Again" slogan was forever cemented in infamy. Some have refuted the phrase, questioning when the U.S. has been "great" to and for all of its citizens. Others associate MAGA with Trump's often incendiary remarks disparaging People of Color or marginalized groups.

Breaking Bad star Bryan Cranston has been on the interview circuit, and he's sharing thoughts about all things politics. He went toe-to-toe with Bill Maher as the pair debated Critical Race Theory, and more recently, he addressed MAGA enthusiasts. Cranston visited Who's Talking to Chris Wallace on CNN and explained why Trump's slogan could be considered racist.

Bryan Cranston Questions MAGA Supporters

HOLLYWOOD, CA - MAY 10: Actors Bob Odenkirk, left, and Bryan Cranston attend the "All The Way" Los Angeles Premiere at Paramount Studios on May 10, 2016 in Hollywood City. (Photo by Kevin Winter/Getty Images)

"When I see 'Make America Great Again,' my comment is, 'Do you accept that that could possibly be construed as a racist remark?'" said Cranston. "A lot of people go, 'How could that be racist, to make America great again?' I said, 'So just ask yourself from an African-American experience: When was it ever great in America for the African-American? So if you're making it great again, it's not including them.'"

"It's to teach us, in the 'woke' world, to open up and accept the possibilities that our privilege has created blind spots for us. Maybe I haven't seen what's really happening, in all my years." The reactions to the actor's comments have been pouring from one social media platform to the next. He has been vilified by avid Trump and MAGA supporters but praised by their opponents.

Bryan Cranston & Bill Maher Clash

During his conversation with Maher earlier this month, the crux of the discussion was about the likes of CRT and The 1619 Project shining a light on the ongoing impact the institution of slavery has had on American history. Maher doesn't believe in 1619's mission of dissecting the Transatlantic Slave Trade's influence, but Cranston thinks it's essential. "In Florida, they want to do away with critical race theory, and a lot of other states," said the actor. "I mean, teaching how the race trade and racism is systemic in everything we've done in government, in social activities."

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Erika Marie is a seasoned journalist, editor, and ghostwriter who works predominantly in the fields of music, spirituality, mental health advocacy, and social activism. The Los Angeles editor, storyteller, and activist has been involved in the behind-the-scenes workings of the entertainment industry for nearly two decades. E.M. attempts to write stories that are compelling while remaining informative and respectful. She's an advocate of lyrical witticism & the power of the pen. Favorites: Motown, New Jack Swing, '90s R&B, Hip Hop, Indie Rock, & Punk; Funk, Soul, Harlem Renaissance Jazz greats, and artists who innovate, not simply replicate.
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