Tim Robbins has a blunt message for Democrats.The Oscar winner criticized the state of Democratic politics, arguing that the party needs to stop leaning so heavily on the opposition."I personally am not a happy guy with either [party]," Robbins said of the political landscape."I got to say, there got to be better ideas and better, you know, better motivation for people to vote for Democrats.
They have to get their stuff together.They really do."TIM ROBBINS TURNS TO AYAHUASCA AFTER FEELING 'CONSUMED BY ANGER' OVER CANCEL CULTURETim Robbins urged Democrats to "get their stuff together" and offer voters better ideas.
(Ernesto Ruscio / Getty Images)The "Shawshank Redemption" star offered his assessment of the Democratic Party during an appearance on the "SmartLess" podcast with Jason Bateman, Sean Hayes and Will Arnett.Robbins, 67, reflected on his 1992 directorial debut, "Bob Roberts," a about a conservative politician who uses folk music and media savvy to build his public persona.Robbins said the film's themes have taken on new resonance in today's political climate."Yeah.
Yes.It's weird," Robbins said when asked whether he had ever looked back on the movie and realized how prescient it was.The actor recalled that when he was promoting the film, journalists frequently asked whether the movie was about then-President George H.W.
Bush, who was seeking re-election against Bill Clinton.Tim Robbins recently opened up about political anger and polarization, encouraging people to step away from "doomscrolling" and find healthier ways to start their day.(Presley Ann/Getty Images for TCM)"I said, 'Well yeah, he's actually in the film.
You know, there's clips of him in the film, but it also could be about, you know, the Gore Vidal character, too.It could be about why change doesn't happen.’"Robbins argued that people can use political outrage as a substitute for purpose by waking up, checking their phones and immediately looking for the latest person or political dev...