Jennifer Lawrence Credits A Sitcom And Donald Trump For Changing Her Political Party: Here’s Why!

Jennifer Lawrence always knew her political party as a young adult. For instance, the actress voted for Republican candidate John McCain when he battled Barack Obama for President in 2008. But then the actress, 32, viewed an episode of a certain sitcom.

And just like that, Lawrence went from Republican to Democrat! Find out which sitcom Jennifer viewed. And discover what joke on the show changed her political views so suddenly. Plus: Learn Lawrence’s views on President Donald Trump. Get all the details below.

Jennifer Lawrence Listened to Tina Fey And Changed Her Politics!

The sitcom 30 Rock famously challenged its listeners with its controversial views on politics. And for Jennifer Lawrence, 32, one special line from the sitcom turned her from a Republication to a Democrat. That episode featured Tina Fey portraying the character Liz Lemon, noted Page Six.

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Looking back, Jennifer shared that she had grown up viewing herself as a Republican. But then she listened to an episode of 30 Rock. In that episode, Liz Lemon stated, “Just because I think gay dudes should be allowed to adopt kids and we should all have hybrid cars doesn’t mean I don’t love America.”

Lawrence shared that as a Republican, the statement raised a question for her. And it consisted of, “Why should my taxes pay for your haughty lifestyle? Nobody likes to see half their paycheck go away, but it made sense to me. Yeah, for the greater good, I guess it makes sense,” she explained.

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Growing up in Kentucky, Jennifer did appreciate “the fiscal benefits of some of the Republican policies.” However, the actress then realized that the Republican party’s “social policies” did not parallel her views. As a result, Lawrence changed political parties based on what she had learned. 

Jennifer Lawrence – Slams Former President Trump

But beyond the impact of the 30 Rock sitcom on her politics, Jennifer revealed that her political views also changed when she observed former President Donald Trump’s politics. And the shift in her political views became more clear then. As a Republican, Lawrence didn’t hesitate to vote for Republican candidate John McCain in 2008.

But The Hunger Games actress clarified in 2020 that she remained a Republican prior to former President Donald Trump entering the White House. And Trump’s election truly “changed everything” for Jennifer. “This is an impeached president who’s broken many laws, and has refused to condemn white supremacy,” stated Lawrence about Trump. “And it feels like there has been a line drawn in the sand. I don’t think it’s right.” As a result, Trump’s Presidency had a dramatic impact on Jennifer’s politics. 

Tell us what you think. Do you feel surprised to learn that Jennifer Lawrence changed from the Republican party to Democrat? And what do you think about the quote from the sitcom 30 Rock that influenced her? How do you react to her views about former President Donald Trump? After you share your thoughts, check back on our site for more celebrity news. 

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