With the notable exception of country music, the arts in America belong to Team Blue, and are its not-so-secret weapon. The Tonys in particular can be viewed as a pep rally for the team.
By any standard, last night’s broadcast of the Tonys was a huge success. If you weren’t moved by Bruce Springsteen and by the performance of the song from “The Band’s Visit,” you must be either deaf or heartless.
There is a lesson here for both artists and Democratic politicians. If you have a message that is genuine, human, and crafted to transcend partisan boundaries, you can find an audience on the other side.