Is Mark Ruffalo Considering a Political Career?
Synopsis
Key Takeaways
- Mark Ruffalo hints at a potential political career.
- He praises Zohran Mamdani for his historic swearing-in.
- Ruffalo criticizes both major parties for being influenced by corporations.
- He calls for a new political direction for America.
- Ruffalo has been critical of Donald Trump and his administration.
Los Angeles, Jan 11 (NationPress) Hollywood luminary Mark Ruffalo has suggested the possibility of venturing into politics. The 58-year-old actor is not dismissing the idea of trading his remarkable acting career for the opportunity to “do something good” for countless Americans in a political capacity.
The star, famous for his role as the Marvel superhero The Hulk, praised New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, aged 34, who achieved a historical milestone by taking his oath of office on a Quran as a Democratic Socialist on January 1, according to reports from Female First UK.
In an interview with Us Weekly, Mark stated, “It isn’t on my game card right now, but who knows. I mean, you never say never. I mean, I spent a lot of time in that world, and acting, it’s for the people. So, I love the people, and politicians could be doing something good for the people.”
Mark expressed his enthusiasm, saying, “Seeing Mamdani’s win in New York has really excited me about what’s possible in the United States right now.”
According to Female First UK, the ‘Avengers’ actor, who has been vocal against 79-year-old US President Donald Trump, argues that the nation requires a fresh political direction that prioritizes working-class individuals, criticizing both the Democratic and Republican parties for being “completely captured by corporations.”
Mark stated, “It’s bulls***. And the people in America are suffering. If the people in America weren’t suffering, we wouldn’t be where we are right now. You know, it’s a failure on both parties. They become completely captured by corporations, both parties. And it’s time for a new America that is for the working people who were the plurality of this country.”
In October 2020, the Mickey 17 cast member referred to Trump as a “liar” following the last US Presidential debate with his Democratic opponent, 83-year-old Joe Biden, who was ultimately elected as Commander-in-Chief that year.