Sharon Stone faces backlash for calling Americans ignorant and uneducated for voting Trump; people vent ire on social media, share old photos of her and Trump

Sharon Stone faced criticism for labelling Americans ignorant and arrogant in a critique of political choices and fascism.

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In a long tirade about fascism, Sharon Stone recently launched a scathing attack on ignorant and arrogant Americans.

In an apparent jab at President-elect Donald Trump, the actress stated that Americans are naive, ignorant, and arrogant when asked to share her thoughts on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. She also mentioned that they should stop and think about who they elect to government, as quoted in a report by The Blast.

Stone was recently in Italy, where she attended the Torino Film Festival and picked up the Stella della Mole Lifetime Achievement Award.


However, she also seized the opportunity to share a scathing critique of Americans and the way they go about their politics. During a panel discussion, the actress was asked her thoughts on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, which she said was a big question to think about.

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Stone further noted that Americans had never witnessed fascism in the country before and weighed in on how good men can help eradicate violence against women. She suggested that Americans who don't travel, who 80% don't have a passport, and are uneducated are in their extraordinary naïveté. The only way that we can help with these issues is to help each other.

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Stone also weighed in on the dangers men pose to women and how they are the No.1 killer of women. She said that she was watching a comedian the other night, and he said, he asked a woman to dinner, and she said yes.

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And it was such a brave thing for her to do because the only real thing, the No. 1 killer in the world today, is men. For men, the No. 1 killer for women is men. Stone's comments have led to a heated debate on social media with many criticizing the actress for calling Americans ignorant.

FAQs

Why did Sharon Stone receive backlash for her comments?
Sharon Stone accused Americans of being ignorant and arrogant about their political choices, prompting criticism and social media outrage, including resurfaced photos of her with Donald Trump.

Is Sharon Stone planning to leave the United States?
Yes, Stone is reportedly considering relocating to Europe, specifically to France or Italy, after publicly criticising American politics.
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