Singer Janelle Monáe and actress Hannah Einbinder criticized President Donald Trump during their speeches at the Human Rights Campaign dinner in Los Angeles, with Monáe challenging the audience to stand up to bullies and Einbinder denouncing the United States' support of Israel and Trump's actions regarding deportation. Einbinder received the HRC's Visibility Award for her work on LGBTQ representation.
Key Points
Monáe urges standing up to bullies and challenges the audience
Einbinder criticizes US support of Israel and Trump's deportation actions
Einbinder receives HRC's Visibility Award for LGBTQ representation
Pros
Standing up against bullying and injustice
Advocating for marginalized communities
Cons
Controversial statements regarding the Israeli government