The Chicks' Political Statement
The country trio, The Chicks, discovered their fans' true loyalty when they commented on the ongoing tensions between the US and Iraq. It all started when the lead singer, Natalie Maines, remarked in jest about not feeling proud of her country.
However, this seemingly innocent political statement triggered a massive backlash against the band. Many fans reacted by destroying their albums, and radio stations boycotted their music. Additionally, Natalie Maines received threatening messages. The intensity of the backlash was so significant that the American Red Cross even declined a generous one million dollar donation from the group.
