Being the main protagonist of arguably one of the most well-written and executed TV shows of all time, Bryan Cranston did an absolutely exceptional job of portraying the character of Walter White in the superhit series Breaking Bad, a high-school chemistry teacher turned drug kingpin of the crystal methamphetamine business.
Bryan Cranston as Walter White in Breaking Bad
While his on-screen counterpart might be a very intelligent and smart person, the star himself is no slouch when it comes to having an extraordinary intellect. In a recent interview, the star went on a roll to explain what the term ‘Make America Great Again’ truly meant for the country as a whole, and how that statement has a blind spot.
Bryan Cranston Educates About What Privilege Does To A Person
Playing the role of Heisenberg for so many years might’ve just been infectious as Bryan Cranston, who was always considered a smart and calculating individual both on and off-screen, has recently come up with a theory, which he did state in front of everyone about what he thinks of the term ‘Make America Great Again’ and how it can be construed as a racist remark.
During his latest interview with Chris Wallace, the host, and Cranston were talking about the former president of the United States Donald Trump when the Malcolm in The Middle star decided to teach what the slogan ‘Make America Great Again’ truly meant to many people in the country. During the conversation, he pointed out that the slogan can very well be perceived as a racist remark.
Bryan Cranston is an absolute legend.
“MAGA is a racist remark. From the African American perspective, when was America great?”pic.twitter.com/brjHnbZIMG
— Qasim Rashid, Esq. (@QasimRashid) February 27, 2023
Cranston said that the privilege that many prosperous Americas are living in has made them unable to see the certain aspects of the past that had a dark history attached to it, and that people should focus on rebuilding an America greater than before. With this comment, many have agreed with the star.
I love him, he oozes class.
— Alison McGinley (@alighirl77) February 28, 2023
And if anyone objects that this is too modern, this is just a restatement of Frederick Douglass "What to the Slave Is the Fourth of July?" https://t.co/n6HOjB5bel
— Raymond R Price (Posadist-Sasquatchist) (@darthbob88) February 28, 2023
I understand people who want to use it strictly to mean economic prosperity from the past. But considering all the negative connotation with it and the fact some DO mean it the racist way, why fight hard ro use the slogan? Just say something else to get ur point across.
— FanofSector2814⚪️⚫️ (@FanofSector2814) February 28, 2023
correct. pic.twitter.com/I1kAh9QDY8
— Tariq ☕ (@rzeta0) February 27, 2023
I guess you could argue there was a small period post Cold War but prior to 9/11 where it could be considered “great”, but he’s right. America was only ever great for an extended period of time for the white man.
— Creed_Xbox (@CreedXbox) February 28, 2023
Just goes to prove that intelligence and class can be mixed together and culminated to form an opinion that encompasses both the negative and unrecognized aspects of an argument, something that only the great Heisenberg can do.
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What’s Next For Bryan Cranston?
While we did see the infamous Walter White in the final season of Better Call Saul, there has been no further development from creator Vince Gilligan’s side about bringing back Bryan Cranston. Apart from the world of Breaking Bad, it has been rumored that the star will be a part of the potential reunion of the popular show Malcolm in The Middle, but any details regarding the event have not been disclosed as of yet.
Breaking Bad, streaming on Netflix
Source: @QasimRashid
