It's a shame that some notable folkies have gone down the "politics" path. For me it ruins their appeal, and taints their work, even that which doesn't have a political slant. The other person I admire, but loathe his never ending political stance, is Billy Bragg.
It's allied in my mind with actors and singers who lend their name to political causes or parties. In so many cases they wouldn't be listened to, were it not for their celebrity gained in another arena.
Nor would the political party want to know them if it weren't for the fact that they hope a little of their glitz will rub off, and they might gain a few more votes.
It's a form of prostitution.
You don't want to knosw my political stance, why the fuck should I want to know yours?