Actress Jane Fonda recently made headlines by launching a new slogan for her Hollywood activism group, which cleverly uses the initials of CNN. During an appearance with CNN anchor Dana Bash, Fonda promoted the relaunch of the Committee for the First Amendment, a group originally formed in the 1940s to combat blacklisting in the entertainment industry. Fonda’s father, Henry Fonda, was one of the founding members.
Fonda expressed her concerns about the current political climate, stating, "No president has ever sent troops into the Democratic cities across the country saying full force.” She criticized the accumulation of power by the current administration, suggesting it threatens democracy. “We’re creatives. We’re storytellers. We can do it creatively. We can have a good time while we do it,” she added.
The actress announced her group’s new slogan: "When they come for one of us, they come for all of us," which she humorously linked to the acronym "CNN." Bash responded positively, saying, “We’ll take it!” Fonda also revealed plans to establish a political action committee (PAC) aimed at supporting candidates who align with her vision, particularly regarding climate issues.
The Committee for the First Amendment has reportedly grown significantly, now boasting hundreds of members, including showrunners, directors, and A-list actors, all committed to defending constitutional rights. Fonda emphasized the group’s mission to bring about change through creative and non-violent means.
