Warren Buffet, a billionaire and influential investor, announced he will not endorse Vice President Kamala Harris or former President Donald Trump for the 2024 election, following fraudulent claims on social media. Buffet, known as the “Oracle of Omaha,” has supported Democrats in three of the last four presidential elections and clarified he will not endorse political candidates or investment products. This decision comes after fellow billionaire Bill Gates donated $50 million to a political group supporting Harris, while Trump has 50 billionaires, including Elon Musk, backing his campaign.
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New exhibit explores the impact and legacy of the Hollywood blacklist
In 1947, the House Un-American Activities Committee, led by Rep. John Parnell Thomas, investigated alleged Communist influence in Hollywood, resulting in the Hollywood Ten being blacklisted after refusing to testify. An exhibit at the New York Historical Society highlights the impact of this blacklist, which extended beyond Hollywood and raised enduring questions about freedom of speech and the consequences of holding unpopular views. Want More Context? 🔎
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