Now more than ever, public figures are facing increasing pressure to use their platforms to speak out on political or moral issues.
“When I speak about things that are political, I double-, triple-check myself to be, ‘OK, this is about something that is way bigger than me, and it’s necessary — and that’s the only reason I’m posting it,’” she began. “That is my only solace in doing that.”
“My very existence is somewhat political,” Dua concluded. “It’s not something that is out of the ordinary for me to be feeling close to.”
And Dua has been widely praised for her comments, with many people expressing their admiration for her willingness to risk her career to speak out on issues that she believes are important.