The 1975 are promoting their ‘Still… At Their Very Best’ tour with a video starring Matty Healy that parodies American political adverts.The video shows Healy playing the role of a politician, and is seen visiting a soup kitchen, talking to law enforcement and going to a building site.“Here in the heart of America, we know that redemption is more than just a word,” Healy is heard saying over dramatic aerial shots.“It’s a promise we make to ourselves and to each other.
Our nation’s story is one of second chances, of forging a path forward even in the face of mistakes.“It’s about rebuilding what’s broken, healing what’s wounded, and coming together to create something stronger than before.“But redemption isn’t just an abstract idea.
It’s something we see every day in our community. It’s the single parent working two jobs to provide for their children. The veteran who finds purpose in serving others.
And the neighbour who lends a hand when times are tough.“As a nation, we must embrace redemption in our policies and in our actions.
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