19 Celebs Who Have Been Vocal About Switching Political Parties
Aaron Ant
·6-min read
Many people commit to a political party throughout their entire adult lives. Much of it, of course, is shaped by childhood and one's upbringing, but the political landscape is always changing and evolving.
This concept isn't new, though, and throughout American history, some of the most prominent politically-adjacent figures have been vocal about switching parties. Below is a round-up of 19 celebrities who've opened up about their changing political views.
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