A prominent progressive radio host kissing a congresswoman’s feet on social media has ignited a firestorm about whether American politics has devolved into celebrity worship.
When Political Fandom Goes Too Far
Stephanie Miller’s decision to literally kiss Representative Jasmine Crockett’s sneakers represents a new low in American political discourse. The progressive radio host posted images on X showing herself on the ground kissing the Texas Democrat’s feet. Miller’s accompanying message read, “Why, yes I DID kiss the sneakers of @JasmineForUS and I DO worship the ground she walks on!”
The incident went viral immediately, drawing thousands of comments and widespread media coverage. What Miller intended as an exaggerated show of support backfired spectacularly, becoming a lightning rod for critics who view it as evidence of cult-like behavior in progressive politics. The act crossed traditional boundaries of political expression, even by today’s polarized standards.
The Participants and Their Motivations
Miller has built her career on progressive activism and political satire, often blurring lines between commentary and performance. Her show is simulcast to 37 million homes, giving her significant influence in shaping progressive narratives.
Crockett, a first-term representative known for viral social media moments and confrontational style, has become a darling of progressive activists seeking bold voices in Congress.
Both women appear to view the incident as mutually beneficial publicity. Crockett responded positively and lightheartedly to the gesture, while Miller confirmed Crockett would appear on her radio show to further leverage the attention. This calculated approach to controversy reveals the transactional nature of modern political celebrity, where outrageous acts generate valuable media coverage and audience engagement.
Political Performance Art Gone Wrong
The foot-kissing incident exemplifies the dangerous shift from policy-focused politics to personality cults and performative displays. Conservative and centrist observers rightfully point to this as evidence of progressive politics losing its way, prioritizing spectacle over substance.
The literal act of kissing a politician’s feet carries deeply troubling historical connotations of servitude and worship that should make any freedom-loving American uncomfortable.
Miller’s public amplification of the act compounds the problem. By posting it on social media with declarations of “worship,” she transformed a private moment of poor judgment into a public spectacle that damages the credibility of political discourse. The incident reinforces negative stereotypes about progressive activism, which are driven more by emotion and celebrity worship than by rational policy analysis.
Sources:
Leftist Radio Host Literally Kisses Jasmine Crockett’s Feet in Bizarre Scene – Western Journal
Left-Wing Radio Host Literally Kisses Feet Of Jasmine Crockett In Deranged Act Of ‘Worship’ – AOL
Figures she’s white.
Well, just goes to show liberals are just plain STUPID!!!