{"id":2135553,"date":"2023-12-28T17:48:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-28T22:48:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/i-am-not-a-liberal-i-love-this-country-danica-patrick-wont-apologize-for-her-views\/"},"modified":"2023-12-28T17:53:51","modified_gmt":"2023-12-28T22:53:51","slug":"i-am-not-a-liberal-i-love-this-country-danica-patrick-wont-apologize-for-her-views","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/i-am-not-a-liberal-i-love-this-country-danica-patrick-wont-apologize-for-her-views\/","title":{"rendered":"Danica Patrick stands firm: &#8216;I&#8217;m patriotic, not liberal."},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fi-am-not-a-liberal-i-love-this-country-danica-patrick-wont-apologize-for-her-views%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2135553&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Former NASCAR and IndyCar Driver Danica Patrick Stands Firm in Her \u200cPolitical Views<\/h2>\n<p>Former NASCAR and IndyCar driver\u2062 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/danica-patrick-explains-why-she-got-breast-implants-and-has-since-taken-them-out-after-suffering-health-issues\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danica Patrick<\/a> is refusing to back\u200b down \u200cfrom her \u2063right-of<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/kanye-west-shouldnt-be-censored-but-hes-got-some-explaining-to-do\/\" title=\"Kanye West Shouldn\u2019t Be Censored, But He\u2019s Got Some Explaining To Do\">-center political views<\/a> after facing backlash from the Left.<\/p>\n<p>Patrick recently received criticism from leftists when \u200cshe shared a photo of herself and her sister at a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/C1HzUx1JH2P\/?utm_source=ig_embed&#038;ig_rid=e4cd1d46-ee05-47cf-ba59-22bcfbea7777\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">conference<\/a>.\u2062 In response, leftists expressed disappointment, threatened\u200d to unfollow her, and \u200beven attempted to\u2064 &#8220;cancel&#8221; her.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>\u201cY\u2019all are losing your\u200c damn \u2062minds \u2062over my\u2062 Turning \u2064Point post,\u201d \u200bPatrick wrote on her Instagram stories Friday, as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.outkick.com\/danica-patrick-tpusa-event-republican-conservative-response\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">captured<\/a> \u2062by Outkick reporter \u2063David Hookstead. \u201cHere is \u2062where I stand \u2062with some current issues and politics.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am not a liberal,\u201d she\u200c wrote. \u201cI am\u2063 somewhere between Republican and independent.\u200c I think our\u200c country should be run by someone that knows business and has integrity. I believe \u200bwe should be able \u2062to speak freely. I don\u2019t think our food and skies should\u2064 be\u2062 poisoned. I think it\u2019s bulls*** that Democrats can be proud but a\u200b Republican can\u2019t in society.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs a result, there is \u2062so much propaganda \u2064that penetrates mainstream media,\u201d Patrick continued. \u201cI love this country and I \u200dhave lived other places. \u200bI believe when people \u2063of different opinions speak face \u2062to face \u2063we realize we are more similar than different. I don\u2019t \u200bbelieve everything anyone says.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI have been very torn over the years if I should give a\u200c s*** \u200cabout politics or \u2062just live the life I want as an example,\u201d she added. \u201cI have been doing\u200b the [latter]. The reaction today is definitely interesting \u2026\u2064 since all I said was, I love this country.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>In her original post, Patrick shared photos from \u2064the conference, including \u2062a picture of MAGA\u200d hats, and captioned it: \u201cSister came\u2063 to\u2063 town \u200bto\u2063 check out [TPUSA] with me! Dad replied\u200d to our \u200dpic with \u2062\u2013 perfect daughters. \ud83d\ude1c we do love our country\u2026. so AMfest (America fest) makes sense. \ud83c\uddfa\ud83c\uddf8.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Some Instagram users expressed their disappointment and decided to unfollow\u200c Patrick:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u201cUnfollowing you now,\u201d one user \u2063commented.<\/li>\n<li>\u201cHad no idea you were MAGA. Glad you posted this so \u200bI know to unfollow and stop supporting anything you\u2019re associated with,\u201d wrote another.<\/li>\n<li>\u201cWow, another person disconnected from reality,\u201d someone else\u200d wrote. \u201cOhh such a [disappointment]! I was a huge fan until realizing your \u2063personal beliefs! Another foolish cult believer! CANCELED!\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Related: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dailywire.com\/news\/danica-patrick-explains-why-she-got-breast-implants-and-has-since-taken-them-out-after-suffering-health-issues\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Danica Patrick Explains Why She \u200cGot Breast Implants And Has Since Taken Them Out \u200dAfter Suffering Health Issues<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How has Danica Patrick&#8217;s unwavering political stance challenged the expected norm in the entertainment and sports industries?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Un by smart, balanced, empathetic, and thoughtful \u200ddecisions and leaders.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>Patrick&#8217;s unyielding stance on her political views has gained attention \u200cas \u200bmany public figures in the entertainment and \u2064sports industries often\u200d conform to more liberal ideologies. This deviation from the expected norm\u2062 has caused some to question Patrick&#8217;s motives and integrity.<\/p>\n<p>However, the 39-year-old former driver remains\u2063 unapologetic\u200d about her beliefs\u200c and refuses to be \u200csilenced by \u2062the backlash. Patrick understands\u2064 that she has a platform and chooses to use it to\u2062 promote her convictions, regardless of the potential consequences.<\/p>\n<p>As a prominent figure in the world of motorsports, Patrick is no stranger to facing challenges\u200d and adversity. Throughout her career, she has broken\u200d barriers as a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/multiple-injuries-reported-after-driver-speeds-through-crowd-of-protesters-in-new-york\/\" title=\"Multiple Injuries Reported After Driver Speeds Through Crowd of Protesters in New York\">female driver<\/a> and has fought to earn her place among\u200d male competitors. This same determination\u2064 and\u200b resilience now translate to her political activism.<\/p>\n<p>Patrick&#8217;s\u2063 willingness to stand firm\u200b in her political views is commendable, as the pressure to conform within industries is often overwhelming.\u200c She\u200b recognizes the\u2063 importance of expressing her opinions and contributing to the conversation, even in the face of criticism and\u2064 potential career ramifications.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, Patrick&#8217;s decision to align herself with Turning Point USA shows her belief\u200b in the \u2062organization&#8217;s mission. TPUSA is known for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/5-must-see-moments-from-sen-tim-scotts-gop-response-to-president-bidens-congressional-address\/\" title=\"5 Must-See Moments From Sen. Tim Scott\u2019s GOP Response To President Biden\u2019s Congressional Address\">promoting conservative values<\/a> and supporting free\u2062 markets, limited government,\u2062 and \u200bindividual liberties. By openly supporting this organization, Patrick is demonstrating \u200bher commitment to these principles and her willingness to stand alongside like-minded\u2062 individuals.<\/p>\n<p>In an era\u2064 where cancel culture prevails, Patrick&#8217;s refusal to back down from her political beliefs should be seen as a refreshing\u2063 example of individuality and free thought. It is crucial to celebrate and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/16-members-of-congress-refuse-to-vote-for-condemning-hamas-attack-here-are-their-names\/\" title=\"16 Congress Members Refuse to Condemn Hamas Attack - See Their Names\">respect differing opinions<\/a>, even when they deviate from what is considered mainstream or popular.<\/p>\n<p>While\u200b Patrick&#8217;s political\u200b views may\u2064 not align with those of the majority in her industry, they are nonetheless valid and deserving of acknowledgment. The ability to engage\u200c in civil discourse and exchange ideas is\u200d essential for a healthy democracy. \u2064By dismissing or attacking individuals \u200bbased\u200d on their political beliefs, we undermine the principles of freedom and democracy.<\/p>\n<p>As Patrick continues \u2064to use her platform to voice her political views, it is essential that we respect her right to do so freely. By engaging in \u2063constructive dialogue rather than resorting to cancel culture, we can foster a more inclusive\u2062 and diverse society that values differing perspectives.<\/p>\n<p>Danica Patrick&#8217;s unwavering commitment to her political views serves as an inspiration for others who may feel hesitant to express their opinions openly. She reminds us of \u2064the importance of staying true to ourselves and standing up for what we believe in, regardless of external pressures or \u2062criticisms.<\/p>\n<p>In a world where conformity \u200coften reigns, Patrick&#8217;s refusal to back down is a powerful statement. By remaining assertive in her convictions, she sets\u2062 an example for others to follow, encouraging a \u200dsociety that \u2064<a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/companies-abandoning-dei-efforts-since-supreme-courts-affirmative-action-decision-report\/\" title=\"Report: Companies Abandon DEI Efforts Post-Affirmative Action Ruling\">embraces diverse perspectives<\/a> and values individual thought.<\/p>\n<p>Regardless of\u200d one&#8217;s \u200dpolitical stance, it is essential to recognize and respect individuals who are willing to stand up for their beliefs, especially in the face of adversity.\u2064 Danica Patrick&#8217;s unwavering commitment to her values\u200c should be commended, serving as a reminder that each\u2064 person has the right to express their political views freely and without fear of retribution.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Former NASCAR and IndyCar driver Danica Patrick stands firm in her right-of-center political stance despite facing backlash from the Left. Recently, she received criticism from leftists for sharing a picture of herself and her sister attending a Turning Point USA (TPUSA) conference. Despite disappointment expressed by leftists, Patrick remains unwavering<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":64,"featured_media":2135554,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[541],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2135553","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-the-daily-wire"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2135553","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/64"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2135553"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2135553\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2135554"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2135553"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2135553"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2135553"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}