Pete Seeger wouldn't exist as an entertainer I think if it hadn't been for his political motivation as a performer. Don't think it hurt him one bit. Woody Guthrie or Big Bill Broonzy likewise.

I think it depends upon how skillfully or artfully it's done. If it's too heavy handed someone could fall asleep but mostly it's about people getting offended if they don't agree with it. My opinion, who cares what they say as long as they like the music.

I've heard jingoism by plenty of acts whom I've admired and it really didn't bother me. Sometimes they've said stuff that I don't agree with but I just figure what the hell, that's their privilege as an American to have passion and opinions.

Frank