Sydney Sweeney's Political Evasion Draws Sharp Criticism in Cosmopolitan Feature
Cosmopolitan magazine's latest issue features Sydney Sweeney on the cover, posing provocatively in a low-cut top against a pink backdrop. The cover line reads, "I can't make everyone love me," a statement that has taken on ironic weight given the intense scrutiny surrounding the interview inside.
While the cover emphasizes Sweeney's physical appearance, many readers on platforms like X and Bluesky have focused instead on the content of her conversation with the magazine, particularly her responses to questions about her political affiliations during a highly charged political era.
The "MAGA Barbie" Question
Cosmopolitan directly addressed the nickname that has followed Sweeney on social media, asking her about the "MAGA Barbie" label given her privacy regarding politics. Sweeney's response was a firm deflection. "I've never been here to talk about politics," she stated. "I've always been here to make art, so this is just not a conversation I want to be at the forefront of. And I think because of that, people want to take it even further and use me as their own pawn. But it's somebody else assigning something to me, and I can't control that."
Elsewhere in the interview, Sweeney reinforced this position, labeling herself as "not a political person." She elaborated, "I'm in the arts. I'm not here to speak on politics. That's not an area I've ever even imagined getting into. It's not why I became who I am. I became an actor because I like to tell stories, but I don't believe in hate in any form. I believe we should all love each other and have respect and understanding for one another."
Actions Versus Words
Despite Sweeney's claims of political neutrality, public records show she is a registered Republican. Her actions have frequently been interpreted as aligning with conservative circles. She attended a MAGA-themed party and the controversial Venice wedding of Jeff Bezos. Additionally, she starred in a jeans advertisement that many critics argued carried eugenic undertones, and her evolving public appearance has drawn comparisons to certain political aesthetics.
Her recent television appearance featured a conservative-looking bob hairstyle, further fueling public perception and speculation about her political leanings.
Social Media Backlash
The interview has sparked significant frustration online, with many social media users expressing annoyance at what they see as Sweeney's avoidance of a straightforward answer. Critics argue that her vague responses are disingenuous given the context of her actions and associations.
One X user commented, "Sydney Sweeney dodging the question every time someone asks her to just confirm she's not MAGA." Another pointed to the financial backing of her lingerie line by billionaires Jeff Bezos and Michael Dell, questioning the separation between her artistic endeavors and political connections.
A prevalent critique centers on the idea that art and politics are inseparable. "Art is inherently political. Not recognizing that disqualifies you from engaging with it in a meaningful way," argued one user. "There's no such thing as being 'neutral' that's just living in conformity and ignorance."
Other reactions highlighted the privilege inherent in her position. "She as a rich privileged white woman can say this because she isn't affected by it unlike people that have no choice," noted one observer.
Many called for clearer statements, with one Bluesky user urging, "Babe you got to say something. Not saying it will not help either." The consensus among critics is that Sweeney's refusal to directly address her political stance, especially amid her high-profile associations, is seen as a calculated evasion rather than genuine apathy.
The controversy underscores the intense pressure public figures face to declare their political positions in today's polarized climate, and the backlash suggests that for many, Sweeney's attempt to remain above the fray has only deepened the scrutiny.
