Prominent British supermodel Cara Delevingne took to social media to voice her frustration and outrage.
Delevingne passionately called on her friends and peers to commit to making the next four years of Republican rule “a living hell.”
This rallying cry resonated with many, particularly within the liberal community, as a wave of disbelief washed over those who had hoped for a different outcome.
Delevingne, known not only for her modelling career but also for her activism, led a cadre of celebrities including singer Paloma Faith and television presenter Dawn O’Porter.
Together, they expressed their deep disappointment and dismay at Trump’s ascension to the presidency.
The mood was understandably sombre among these figures, who have been at the forefront of advocating for progressive causes.
Taking to her social media platform, the 32-year-old actress and activist sent out a fearless message to her circle, which echoed her resolute stance. “Yes, Trump has won the White House and the GOP holds power in the Senate. This is gutting, but let it be freeing too,” she wrote.
The call was clear: instead of succumbing to despair, they had the opportunity to push back against what Delevingne branded as the “fascists, misogynists, bigots, and liars” of the Republican party.
Delevingne’s rallying cry was more than just an expression of disappointment; it was a call for action a clarion call to embrace a spirit of defiance. “This is not the time to shrink back into silence or to drown in despair,” she continued.
“This is our moment to embody a classic Disney villain. Let’s channel that larger-than-life energy kinda camp, undeniably stylish, and fiercely unapologetic.” She urged her peers to harness their creativity and power, adding, “Make art. Cause chaos. Build strength. They are about to learn the toughest lesson: power is hard to hold onto once it is seized.”
Such sentiments were mirrored by her fellow celebrities, who took to their platforms to share their feelings of helplessness and heartbreak.
Dawn O’Porter, who had spent 16 years living in the United States, shared an emotional red-tinted map of the country, vividly reflecting her feelings of desolation. “I feel like I’m going to cry for the rest of my life,” she wrote, articulating the profound sense of loss experienced by many.
In an added post, she lamented, “This is breaking my heart. After all that, still this.”Resonating with the collective anguish, Paloma Faith chimed in with her grim assessment of what Trump’s presidency would mean for America.
“We say goodbye to women’s rights, liberalism, and freedom of speech,” she warned ominously.
Faith’s remarks pointed to a bleak future, one marred by systemic racism, rampant capitalism, escalating climate change, and the spectre of conflict.
Her vivid analogy likened the anticipation of the election results to the anxious wait for a sexual health screening, stating, “Today feels like the whole country is awaiting an STD result.”
Her subsequent post the following day declared the grim news, lamenting, “Sadly, the results came back positive.”Activist and fashion entrepreneur Livia Firth also took to social media, sharing her feelings of despair.
She poignantly questioned, “What is a word bigger than heartache?” Her expression of hurt found resonance in the community.
Firth articulated her emotions with a chain of terms agony, anguish, bitterness, despair that illustrated the depth of mourning for what they perceived as a calamitous shift in America’s political landscape.
As these events unfolded, it became clear that the election of Donald Trump was more than just a political shift; it catalyzed a cultural movement among celebrities and activists who refused to be silenced.
With calls to “create art” and “build power,” Delevingne and her allies are positioning themselves as a formidable force in the battle against what they see as regressive policies and ideologies.
As the dust settles after this historic election, it is evident that many in Hollywood and beyond are gearing up for a fight, with a determination to challenge the status quo.
The next four years may indeed become a period marked by intense activism, creativity, and the relentless drive to uphold values of equality and justice.
Delevingne’s passionate plea encapsulates a growing sentiment among many: the fight against oppression and injustice will be waged fiercely with creativity at the helm.
Whether through art, activism, or sheer willpower, this generation is resolved to hold those in power accountable.
