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Carrie Underwood Sparks Heated Debate With Patriotic Independence Day Post


One heartfelt Independence Day post by Carrie Underwood on Instagram turned into a political arena—the public aired views over patriotism,...

Instagram/@carrieunderwood One heartfelt Independence Day post by Carrie Underwood on Instagram turned into a political arena—the public aired views over patriotism, freedom, and their own idea of the American identity. The country superstar posted the French 75-inspired flower-flag art image and ate up the caption stating she was proud to be an American, but soon after, the comments degenerated into fits of angry debates about privilege, immigration, and politics. But I’ve found my voice—and I’ll be just fine without yours.” The emotionally charged declaration served to unequivocally highlight the drift of Underwood’s conservative fanbase and the deep and painful estrangement of other fans.

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