Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson For POTUS?
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The Rock Thinks 'It's a Real Possibility' He Runs for President in GQ Exclusive
MIKE CHIARI
MAY 10, 2017
When asked about the idea of running for president of the United States in the future, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson left the door open in an interview published Wednesday.
According to Caity Weaver of GQ, The Rock said, "I think that it's a real possibility," with regard to an attempt to become commander in chief.
The question stemmed from a November article by Vanity Fair's Paul Chi in which Johnson said, "I wouldn't rule it out," when asked about a presidential run.
In the GQ article, The Rock revealed that he has given the question added thought since his initial answer last year: "A year ago it started coming up more and more. There was a real sense of earnestness, which made me go home and think, 'Let me really rethink my answer and make sure I am giving an answer that is truthful and also respectful.' I didn't want to be flippant."
Weaver also got Johnson's thoughts on the job President Donald Trump has done thus far, as well as the approach he would take if he was in office: "I'd like to see a better leadership. I'd like to see a greater leadership. When there's a disagreement, and you have a large group of people that you're in a disagreement with—for example, the media—I feel like it informs me that I could be better. We all have issues, and we all gotta work our s--t out. And I feel like one of the qualities of a great leader is not shutting people out. I miss that part. Even if we disagree, we've got to figure it out. Because otherwise I feel, as an American, all I hear and all I see in the example you're setting is 'Now I'm shutting you out. And you can't come.' [Disagreement] informs us. The responsibility as president—I [would] take responsibility for everyone. Especially when you disagree with me. If there's a large number of people disagreeing, there might be something I'm not seeing, so let me see it. Let me understand it."
If Johnson does decide to run for president, he already has one potential endorsement at his disposal in the form of NBCUniversal vice chairman Ron Meyer, per Weaver: "If [becoming the president] is something he focused on, he probably would accomplish it. I think there's nothing that he couldn't do."
While a run for president from The Rock may have once seemed inconceivable, Trump's elevation to the highest office in the land has potentially made it far more possible for those with no political experience to reach that level.
The Rock is one of the highest-grossing movie stars in the world, and he is regarded as one of the most charismatic figures in existence as well, stemming from his time as a WWE Superstar. In addition, his winning the presidency wouldn't be unprecedented, as Ronald Reagan was an actor prior to taking the office.
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LMAO. it would be even more surreal and b-movie-like than a reality show ass for president.dignin said:No.By The Time They Figure Out What Went Wrong, We'll Be Sitting On A Beach, Earning Twenty Percent.0 -
Can we stop pretending like actors, musicians, businessmen, athletes, etc., would make good politicians?
You know what makes a good politician? Someone who has dedicated their life and career to public service.0 -
That would be just giving up; Yes, Trump is so bad that a right-wing actor would be better but geez.
We have to prevent "unqualified" from remaining the new "qualified." So even other left-wing celebs (Oprah, Zuckerberg, etc.) are a terrible idea.1995 Milwaukee 1998 Alpine, Alpine 2003 Albany, Boston, Boston, Boston 2004 Boston, Boston 2006 Hartford, St. Paul (Petty), St. Paul (Petty) 2011 Alpine, Alpine
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Or a community organizer.CM189191 said:Can we stop pretending like actors, musicians, businessmen, athletes, etc., would make good politicians?
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Reagan was also governor of California.HughFreakingDillon said:http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2708877-the-rock-thinks-its-a-real-possibility-he-runs-for-president-in-gq-exclusive?utm_source=cnn.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=editorialThe Rock Thinks 'It's a Real Possibility' He Runs for President in GQ ExclusiveMIKE CHIARIMAY 10, 2017When asked about the idea of running for president of the United States in the future, Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson left the door open in an interview published Wednesday.According to Caity Weaver of GQ, The Rock said, "I think that it's a real possibility," with regard to an attempt to become commander in chief.The question stemmed from a November article by Vanity Fair's Paul Chi in which Johnson said, "I wouldn't rule it out," when asked about a presidential run.In the GQ article, The Rock revealed that he has given the question added thought since his initial answer last year: "A year ago it started coming up more and more. There was a real sense of earnestness, which made me go home and think, 'Let me really rethink my answer and make sure I am giving an answer that is truthful and also respectful.' I didn't want to be flippant."Weaver also got Johnson's thoughts on the job President Donald Trump has done thus far, as well as the approach he would take if he was in office: "I'd like to see a better leadership. I'd like to see a greater leadership. When there's a disagreement, and you have a large group of people that you're in a disagreement with—for example, the media—I feel like it informs me that I could be better. We all have issues, and we all gotta work our s--t out. And I feel like one of the qualities of a great leader is not shutting people out. I miss that part. Even if we disagree, we've got to figure it out. Because otherwise I feel, as an American, all I hear and all I see in the example you're setting is 'Now I'm shutting you out. And you can't come.' [Disagreement] informs us. The responsibility as president—I [would] take responsibility for everyone. Especially when you disagree with me. If there's a large number of people disagreeing, there might be something I'm not seeing, so let me see it. Let me understand it."If Johnson does decide to run for president, he already has one potential endorsement at his disposal in the form of NBCUniversal vice chairman Ron Meyer, per Weaver: "If [becoming the president] is something he focused on, he probably would accomplish it. I think there's nothing that he couldn't do."While a run for president from The Rock may have once seemed inconceivable, Trump's elevation to the highest office in the land has potentially made it far more possible for those with no political experience to reach that level.The Rock is one of the highest-grossing movie stars in the world, and he is regarded as one of the most charismatic figures in existence as well, stemming from his time as a WWE Superstar. In addition, his winning the presidency wouldn't be unprecedented, as Ronald Reagan was an actor prior to taking the office.09/15/1998 & 09/16/1998, Mansfield, MA; 08/29/00 08/30/00, Mansfield, MA; 07/02/03, 07/03/03, Mansfield, MA; 09/28/04, 09/29/04, Boston, MA; 09/22/05, Halifax, NS; 05/24/06, 05/25/06, Boston, MA; 07/22/06, 07/23/06, Gorge, WA; 06/27/2008, Hartford; 06/28/08, 06/30/08, Mansfield; 08/18/2009, O2, London, UK; 10/30/09, 10/31/09, Philadelphia, PA; 05/15/10, Hartford, CT; 05/17/10, Boston, MA; 05/20/10, 05/21/10, NY, NY; 06/22/10, Dublin, IRE; 06/23/10, Northern Ireland; 09/03/11, 09/04/11, Alpine Valley, WI; 09/11/11, 09/12/11, Toronto, Ont; 09/14/11, Ottawa, Ont; 09/15/11, Hamilton, Ont; 07/02/2012, Prague, Czech Republic; 07/04/2012 & 07/05/2012, Berlin, Germany; 07/07/2012, Stockholm, Sweden; 09/30/2012, Missoula, MT; 07/16/2013, London, Ont; 07/19/2013, Chicago, IL; 10/15/2013 & 10/16/2013, Worcester, MA; 10/21/2013 & 10/22/2013, Philadelphia, PA; 10/25/2013, Hartford, CT; 11/29/2013, Portland, OR; 11/30/2013, Spokane, WA; 12/04/2013, Vancouver, BC; 12/06/2013, Seattle, WA; 10/03/2014, St. Louis. MO; 10/22/2014, Denver, CO; 10/26/2015, New York, NY; 04/23/2016, New Orleans, LA; 04/28/2016 & 04/29/2016, Philadelphia, PA; 05/01/2016 & 05/02/2016, New York, NY; 05/08/2016, Ottawa, Ont.; 05/10/2016 & 05/12/2016, Toronto, Ont.; 08/05/2016 & 08/07/2016, Boston, MA; 08/20/2016 & 08/22/2016, Chicago, IL; 07/01/2018, Prague, Czech Republic; 07/03/2018, Krakow, Poland; 07/05/2018, Berlin, Germany; 09/02/2018 & 09/04/2018, Boston, MA; 09/08/2022, Toronto, Ont; 09/11/2022, New York, NY; 09/14/2022, Camden, NJ; 09/02/2023, St. Paul, MN; 05/04/2024 & 05/06/2024, Vancouver, BC; 05/10/2024, Portland, OR;
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Funny, you left out attorney, professor and SenatorHalifax2TheMax said:
Or a community organizer.CM189191 said:Can we stop pretending like actors, musicians, businessmen, athletes, etc., would make good politicians?
You know what makes a good politician? Someone who has dedicated their life and career to public service.0 -
Previous public service, longass terms, well paid throughout and after.
Sure, some are in it with the best of intentions. Yet, over time, many are bought, willingly and willfully.
(sad - ironic? - so many are cheap)
As to Mr. Johnson, I've seen in him compassion, intelligence, humor, integrity, among other fine qualities.
These days, nothing is too fucked up in politics anymore. So have at it, Dwayne.
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who is pretending? just presenting the interview by the Rock. I think it would be an absolute joke, personally.CM189191 said:Can we stop pretending like actors, musicians, businessmen, athletes, etc., would make good politicians?
You know what makes a good politician? Someone who has dedicated their life and career to public service.
I remember when Hulk Hogan put himself in the race for president a long time ago, but it was just a publicity stunt. Thank GOD.By The Time They Figure Out What Went Wrong, We'll Be Sitting On A Beach, Earning Twenty Percent.0 -
Can you smmmmeeellllllllllllllllllllll what the POTUS is cooking!?!
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Stone Cold Steve Austin for Secretary of Defense.
The Genius for Secretary of Education
Vince McMahon for Attorney General
HHH for Deputy Attorney General
Jim Ross for Press Secretary (OH MY GOD! OH MY DEAR GOD! LOOK WHAT THE REPUBLICANS HAVE DONE NOW! GOOD GOD ALMIGHTY!)
Stephanie McMahon for real POTUS/Steve Bannon
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The People's Champ would win in a landslide.Be Excellent To Each OtherParty On, Dudes!0
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Honestly, if any big name celebrity ran, they would have a high probability of being elected because of name recognition. They'd also have huge donations and funding for them. Anybody doubt that a George Clooney, Brad Pitt or Leo DiCaprio couldn't get elected if they really wanted? The opposite group that voted Trump would likely pick those candidates in a heartbeat because of their philanthropic work and charitable causes.It's a hopeless situation...0
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Plus, Clooney, Pitt and DiC are sooo dreamy
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I think it will be Cuban vs Trump. Probably decided in a celebrity boxing match0
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Is there anybody who actually thinks that he wouldn't be better than Trump?
He seems to have control of both his emotions and his mouth, if it comes down to The Rock vs The Cheeto...well obviously I'm voting rock.Monkey Driven, Call this Living?0 -
that would be insane if it came down to Rock v Trump FOR PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. that would be absolutely ridiculous.
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POTUS - the only job 60 million Americans want someone with no experience whatsoever to do the job. It was idiotic this past November and God willing we don't make that mistake again.0
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Trump boxing.MayDay10 said:I think it will be Cuban vs Trump. Probably decided in a celebrity boxing match
LOL
That would be hilarious. I'm pretty sure his little, orange wrist would bend flinging his first punch that experienced contact.
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