Sarah Jessica Parker has deftly defended her choice to refrain from frequent political discourse on social media, highlighting the fact that pivotal elections in the past occurred long before the advent of platforms like Instagram. During her appearance on Monday's episode of Nicolle Wallace's podcast, "The Best People," Parker elaborated on her aversion to political debates on social media, advocating for a more profound method to articulate her perspectives on crucial issues.
"I often steer clear of social media when it comes to politics, believing it's not an arena conducive to intricate conversations. Quick, truncated exchanges are hardly enticing, especially when they concern conflicts or elections," Parker shared. "I gave the election discourse considerable thought, fearing it might divert attention from the campaign itself, becoming mere fodder for misunderstanding. One loses all control over such narratives."
The "Sex and the City" star emphasized that "numerous avenues exist to cultivate a more civilized society," pointing out that Franklin D. Roosevelt was elected in 1932 without the aid of social media. "Momentous events and elections transpired for countless years—spanning generations—without the necessity of Instagram declarations," she continued. "Republicans and Democrats alike have been elected based on their merits, not their social media presence."
While many have exhorted Parker, as a public figure, to voice her opinions more openly, she has sought her own path to comfortably do so. "I won't discuss matters I'm not well-versed in. Nor will I dive into complex topics that deserve extensive contemplation, nuance, and consideration—despite knowing such depth may not intrigue many," she confessed. "My aim is to contribute positively, not inadvertently harm causes dear to me."
Parker revealed her approach to educating herself on politics involves extensive reading and understanding the distinction between alarming rhetoric and genuine dangers. She strives to discern "the gap between what is stated and the actuality of its occurrence."
Though she resists pressure to endorse political candidates, Parker has shown support for political teams she believes in. She backed then-Vice President Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in the 2024 presidential election, opposing President Donald Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance.
"For the love of my country, our public schools, books, sensible gun laws, a living wage, opportunities, women, voting rights, Dreamers, arts, culture, my mother, and senior citizens, I cast my vote with boundless joy, optimism, and pride for Vice President Kamala Harris and Governor Tim Walz," she captioned an Instagram post in October 2024, accompanied by a photo of her displaying a sign bearing their names.
