Título: Jerry Lewis
Seção: Political views
Background: Jerry Lewis (born Joseph Levitch, March 16, 1926 - August 20, 2017) was an American comedian, actor, singer, humanitarian, film director, film producer and screenwriter. He was known for his slapstick humor in film, television, stage and radio and was nicknamed the "King of Comedy". Lewis was one-half of the hit popular comedy duo Martin and Lewis with singer Dean Martin from 1946 to 1956.

Conteúdo: Lewis kept a low political profile for many years, having taken advice reportedly given to him by President John F. Kennedy, who told him "Don't get into anything political. Don't do that because they will usurp your energy". Nevertheless, he campaigned and performed on behalf of both JFK and Robert F. Kennedy. Lewis was a supporter of the Civil Rights Movement. For his 1957 NBC special, Lewis held his ground when southern affiliates objected to his stated friendship with Sammy Davis Jr.  In a 1971 Movie Mirror magazine article, Lewis came out against the Vietnam War, when his son, Gary, returned from service traumatized. He vowed to leave the country rather than send another of his sons.  Lewis once stated political speeches should not be at the Oscars. "I think we are the most dedicated industry in the world. And I think that we have to present ourselves that night as hard-working, caring and important people to the industry. We need to get more self-respect as an industry". In a 2004 interview with The Guardian, Lewis was asked what he was least proud of, to which he answered, "Politics". Not his politics, but the world's politics - the madness, the destruction, the general lack of respect. He lamented citizens' lack of pride in their country, stating, "President Bush is my president. I will not say anything negative about the president of the United States. I don't do that. And I don't allow my children to do that. Likewise when I come to England don't you do any jokes ab

user: What were his political views?

assistant: Lewis came out against the Vietnam War,

user: What did he have to say?

assistant: He vowed to leave the country rather than send another of his sons.

user: Why did he feel that way?

assistant: his son, Gary, returned from service traumatized.

user: Why was he traumatized?

assistant: CANNOTANSWER

user: Are there any other interesting aspects about this article?

assistant: Lewis once stated political speeches should not be at the Oscars.

user: Why did he state this?

assistant: I think that we have to present ourselves that night as hard-working, caring and important people to the industry. We need to get more self-respect as an industry

user: Were there any conflicting political views?

assistant: He lamented citizens' lack of pride in their country, stating, "President Bush is my president. I will not say anything negative about the president of the United States.

user: Were there any televised appearances speaking about his political views?

assistant: December 2015 interview on EWTN's World Over

user: What did he have to say on TV?

assistant: No one has worked harder for the human condition than I have,

user: Did he debate with anyone about his views?

assistant: CANNOTANSWER