Netflix, the streaming giant known for its ever-expanding roster of original content, is now facing calls for a boycott from conservatives after co-founder Reed Hastings made headlines with a massive $7 million donation to Vice President Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign. This move comes on the heels of President Joe Biden’s shocking announcement that he will not seek reelection in 2024.
The sudden shift in Democratic leadership has rattled the political landscape, and Hastings’ financial support for Harris has only fueled the controversy. The Netflix co-founder took to X (formerly Twitter) to throw his weight behind Harris, congratulating her on her newfound prominence and urging her to “win” the upcoming election. “Congrats to Kamala Harris — now it is time to win,” Hastings posted, an endorsement that has not sat well with many conservative viewers.
The backlash was swift and fierce. Critics accused Hastings of backing a political “coup,” implying that Harris’s rise to the top was less about merit and more about ousting Biden. “Congrats”? What are you congratulating her for? She committed a coup against the sitting president of the United States. Where’s Joe?” one user exclaimed. Another commenter demanded Hastings provide evidence of Harris’s achievements during her time as VP. “Can you tell me one thing she did while she was VP?” they asked.
In response to Hastings’ support for Harris, many conservatives are calling for a full-scale boycott of Netflix. “I think it’s time to boycott Netflix. They’re overcharging Americans anyway,” wrote one disgruntled user. Another took immediate action, declaring, “So glad I cancelled Netflix.” Others echoed similar sentiments, citing the company’s perceived liberal bias and its support for a candidate they believe is unfit for office. “Just cancelled Netflix…this was the final straw…too woke and clearly anti-American,” one user said, referring to Harris’s controversial tenure and alleged incompetence.
The discontent with Harris is further amplified by recent developments. GOP Rep. Andy Ogles has introduced Articles of Impeachment against her, accusing the Vice President of “high crimes and misdemeanors.” Ogles criticized Harris for her handling of the southern border crisis, which he argues has led to significant harm for American citizens. “Kamala Harris has demonstrated extraordinary incompetence in the execution of her duties and responsibilities,” Ogles’ statement reads. He highlights tragic incidents linked to the border crisis, including assaults and murders allegedly committed by illegal aliens, pointing to her failure to address these issues effectively.
Ogles specifically denounced Harris for her minimal engagement with the southern border, emphasizing that her single visit was insufficient given the severity of the situation. “Women and girls in the United States have paid a disproportionate price for the ongoing border crisis,” Ogles asserts, referencing a series of violent crimes involving illegal immigrants.
As Netflix faces mounting pressure from its conservative audience, the controversy underscores a broader frustration with what many perceive as the leftward drift of corporate America. With Hastings’ donation to Harris and the ongoing criticism of her vice presidency, the streaming service’s decision-makers may have to confront a significant backlash from a sector of the American public increasingly disenchanted with elite liberal agendas.
Watch the former Border Patrol chief critique the Biden Administration’s handling of the border crisis below:
