Avengers Assemble To 'Save America' From Donald Trump | WATCH
In the 2024 presidential election, Scarlett Johansson and her Avengers co-stars banded together to support Kamala Harris. Johansson expressed her nervous excitement with less than a week to go before Election Day, highlighting the significance of voter participation. The actor hoped that people will go to the polls and avoid complacency. "We'll be in good shape if people vote," Johansson stated.
Coordinated Campaign by Hollywood’s FinestIn the Avengers' group text, Johansson started a call to action, pushing everyone to join a get-out-the-vote effort. As a result, Vanity Fair created a video that included Paul Bettany, Danai Gurira, Chris Evans, Mark Ruffalo, Don Cheadle, and Robert Downey Jr. Johansson said the gang came together immediately to support the cause. She remarked, "I don't think I've ever gotten so many immediate responses." It was challenging to align the stars' schedules. Johansson described the logistical difficulties in detail. Chris Evans was filming a movie in Bulgaria. On Broadway, Robert Downey Jr. was performing. Danai Gurira was canvassing in Atlanta, and Mark Ruffalo was shooting. Johansson had visited the Grand Canyon herself. An uncommon accomplishment that demonstrated their dedication was the group's ability to conduct a unified Zoom meeting. Echoes of On-Screen Chemistry
With allusions to their Marvel characters, the video highlighted the fan-familiar relationship. The performers tried to come up with a memorable catchphrase for Harris. "People started trying to outdo each other right away," Johansson remarked. Johansson tried to keep things in line as Downey and Ruffalo developed a lighthearted rivalry. Their on-screen team dynamics were reflected in the relationship. Rallying the Voter Base
The video concluded with a link to iwillvote.com, providing resources for voter registration, polling locations, and voting information. Johansson emphasized the urgency of voter participation, especially among young people. “You’re not really voting for four years, you’re voting for eight,” she noted, highlighting the long-term impact of elections. She stressed that voter fatigue and disenchantment could lead to dangerous complacency. Personal Stakes and Concerns
Johansson voiced worries about the consequences of another Trump administration, especially for her kids. She expressed concerns about possible harm to the environment, society, and politics. She described the stakes as extremely personal and stated, "It feels almost like an emergency." The actress has a 10-year-old daughter and a boy with her husband, Colin Jost. Harris's Leadership Traits
Johansson commended Harris' empathy and diplomacy. The actor recounted how she interacted with Harris, praising her for being fair and compassionate. These attributes contrasted sharply with Trump's lack of empathy, according to Johansson. She pointed to Trump's Supreme Court nominations as a component of a long-term, strategic strategy to restructure the government. Commitment to Political Engagement
Johansson's New York City childhood is the source of her activism. Her grandma worked at voting places and was an avid supporter of the Democratic Party. Johansson was raised in a politically conscious home and went to political demonstrations with her mother. She asserted that it's essential to participate in the society in which you find yourself. She has always emphasized the value of voting rights and public participation in order to promote civic engagement.
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