Kate Mara on Politics: "Everybody Has a Responsibility" | TIFF 2017

The transcript discusses the impact of the current political situation in the USA on artists, emphasizing the responsibility of individuals, regardless of their profession, to be politically aware and engage in discussions. It highlights the moral obligation of citizens to have opinions and strive for change, suggesting that being an artist is not a prerequisite for political engagement.

How does the speaker perceive the role of artists in the current political climate?

• Artists should focus solely on their art.

• Artists have a unique responsibility to engage.

• Artists should remain neutral.

• Artists are not affected by politics.

What does the speaker suggest about the responsibility of individuals in society?

• Everyone should have an opinion and discuss political issues.

• People should avoid political discussions.

• Only artists should engage in political discussions.

• Only politicians should have opinions.

What does the speaker imply about the connection between one's profession and political engagement?

• Only certain professions should engage politically.

• Political engagement is independent of profession.

• Artists are the only ones who should engage politically.

• Profession determines political engagement.

What is the speaker's view on the role of conversation in political change?

• Conversations are crucial for political change.

• Conversations are only for politicians.

• Conversations are unnecessary for change.

• Conversations should be avoided.

According to the speaker, what is the importance of being a citizen in relation to political awareness?

• Citizens should only engage during elections.

• Citizens should focus on local issues only.

• Citizens should leave politics to experts.

• Citizens have a moral obligation to be politically aware.