Jewel’s apology for performing at an event honoring Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has sparked widespread criticism, with one of the loudest voices coming from Five Times August, the folk musician often hailed as the “Bob Dylan of the MAHA movement.” Known for his fearless critique of mainstream liberal culture, Five Times August didn’t hold back when addressing the singer’s double standards.
"Maybe don't bring entertainers to perform at your MAHA events who pushed the shots and performed WHO-sponsored events. Will she/has she ever apologized for that? Nope," he said, taking aim at Jewel’s history of aligning with institutions that backed oppressive policies during the pandemic that limited medical freedom.
While Jewel rushed to issue an apology to the woke wob and the cancel culture crew, principled artists like Five Times August are calling her out for the obvious selective outrage. Jewel's remorse seems more about appeasing a vocal segment of her fanbase than standing by her values or taking accountability for her past actions.
Five Times August has gained a solid reputation for championing the values of liberty and faith and is known for standing against performative activism from so-called rockstars. His criticism of Jewel underscores the growing divide between artists who challenge the status quo and those who appear to cave to it.
