Getting No Satisfaction
You can't always get what you want. Let's just say the Stones don't rush into political controversy. You should consider that a blessing. But despite the Stones' 43 years of political restraint, some critics just aren't happy. John Gibson over at Fox News said, "Since when is the world's biggest troublemaker getting all dewy-eyed and singing peace ballads?" But it apparently isn't a peace ballad. It's a heartfelt, somewhat cloudy political song by someone who doesn't like Halliburton or conservatives. Besides, the Stones' career is based on nostalgia. Maybe they think the antiwar bandwagon of the '60s is rolling again and it would be a mistake to be left behind. They're on tour again, you know, and a bit of controversy doesn't hurt.
Now that the Stones have crossed the political divide, do you think they will offer further political guidance, like what to do about Iran and North Korea, the apparent failure of the European Union, or the future of the Commerce Clause?
Not likely. You know, it's hard to warble about complex matters, and most people aren't deeply interested in the political stances of their entertainers. What was the title of Laura Ingraham's memorable book on the subject?
Shut Up & Sing. Always a good idea. Over to you, Mick.
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