In a world where every click and like is scrutinized, Carrie Underwood found herself in the eye of a storm for simply liking a tweet. The tweet in question, posted by conservative commentator Matt Walsh, argued against mask mandates for children, a topic that has sparked heated debates across the United States. Underwood's action drew immediate backlash, with critics accusing her of supporting harmful rhetoric during a pandemic that continues to affect thousands, particularly in her home state of Tennessee.
John Rich, one half of the country duo Big & Rich, stepped into the fray to defend Underwood. Known for his outspoken conservative views, Rich took to social media to support Underwood’s right to express her opinion. “I say @carrieunderwood can like whatever tweet she wants to like,” he tweeted, highlighting the importance of freedom of speech and criticizing what he sees as a mob mentality that suppresses dissenting voices in the country music industry.
Rich's defense of Underwood goes beyond mere camaraderie. In a recent interview, he explained that his stance is rooted in a broader principle of defending free speech. Rich feels that the country music industry, and society at large, have become increasingly intolerant of differing opinions. “We’re at a point in this country where you can’t express your opinion, even in the slightest bit, without running the risk that they’re going to come at you with their razor blades at the ready to cut you up and tear you down,” he stated.
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