In a recent interview with Fox News Digital, Justine Bateman, an acclaimed author and filmmaker best known for her role as Mallory Keaton on the 1980s hit sitcom "Family Ties," shared her positive outlook following the election of President-elect Donald Trump.
Bateman described feeling a sense of relief and optimism, likening the previous atmosphere to a "suffocating cloud" that stifled free expression and debate among ordinary citizens. She criticized the past years as being notably restrictive on what could be openly discussed or questioned, particularly highlighting issues such as the participation of trans women in sports and their access to women’s facilities.
Bateman emphasized the importance of freedom of expression, a principle she believes was compromised in recent times by an environment that discouraged open dialogue on various topics. According to her, this suppression of speech is contrary to American values, which champion the right to freely express differing viewpoints without fear of retribution. Highlighting her non-partisan stance, Bateman expressed intrigue towards some members of Trump's team, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on health and environmental policies and Elon Musk’s endeavors to improve government efficiency. She praised their commitment to upholding free speech.
Additionally, Bateman voiced concerns over the economy's direction under previous leadership, critiquing the excessive printing of money and warning against the inflationary risks it entails—a lesson she jestingly remarked is taught in introductory economics courses but seemed lost on those at the helm.
Through her comments, Bateman articulates a vision for an America where dialogue flourishes without barriers and economic policies are approached with common sense—principles she hopes will guide the country moving forward under new leadership.
Bateman described feeling a sense of relief and optimism, likening the previous atmosphere to a "suffocating cloud" that stifled free expression and debate among ordinary citizens. She criticized the past years as being notably restrictive on what could be openly discussed or questioned, particularly highlighting issues such as the participation of trans women in sports and their access to women’s facilities.
Bateman emphasized the importance of freedom of expression, a principle she believes was compromised in recent times by an environment that discouraged open dialogue on various topics. According to her, this suppression of speech is contrary to American values, which champion the right to freely express differing viewpoints without fear of retribution. Highlighting her non-partisan stance, Bateman expressed intrigue towards some members of Trump's team, including Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s focus on health and environmental policies and Elon Musk’s endeavors to improve government efficiency. She praised their commitment to upholding free speech.
Additionally, Bateman voiced concerns over the economy's direction under previous leadership, critiquing the excessive printing of money and warning against the inflationary risks it entails—a lesson she jestingly remarked is taught in introductory economics courses but seemed lost on those at the helm.
Through her comments, Bateman articulates a vision for an America where dialogue flourishes without barriers and economic policies are approached with common sense—principles she hopes will guide the country moving forward under new leadership.
