Attention all you celebrity activists who feel the need to lecture Americans on political and social issues.

You may think we look up to you and hang on your every word. This is probably a result of your egotistical nature and juvenile need to be the center of attention.   Let me clarify what we really think of you.

You are the world’s Court Jesters.

You exist only because we, your audience, grant you our attention. Your purpose is to entertain us.  We do not need your guidance to live our lives appropriately.  If we need guidance, we will consult smart people who are qualified to offer it.

You are not important in the large scheme of things.  You just happen to possess a particular talent that amuses us.  You are merely a distraction from the responsibilities of the real world where we regular folks live.  You have lost touch with what it takes to earn an average salary, raise your own children, and struggle to make ends meet.

So sing, dance, act, play your instruments — then go quietly away until we desire amusement again.  Until then, sit quietly by and try not to make too much noise.  We are busy doing
grown-up things in the real world.  Unlike you!