President Donald Trump He was sworn in on Monday and immediately began fulfilling his campaign promises on the last day of his inauguration weekend.
“The Real Housewives of New York” Star Jill Zarin, a Trump family friend who also attended Donald's first inauguration eight years ago, has high expectations for the next four years of the 47th president's administration.
Zarin, 61, admitted that she was looking forward to “change” in the Oval Office and praised Trump for his steadfast support for Israel, unlike her peers in Hollywood who she believes have remained silent.
“Honestly, it was definitely not a Hollywood spectacle,” Zarin said of the film. opening Celebrations around town in Washington, D.C. “It was definitely a big job at home. And that's okay. I'm sorry that Hollywood couldn't even get the hostages home. I don't understand it. They're not like that,” she wears a yellow ribbon, but when she was there Other things in the world, you know, hashtag… Michelle Obama, hashtag, get the girls home.
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“I mean, what do you do? Do you have no Jewish friends? Do you know Jewish friends in the world? Really? That you can't, like, use your voice to help arrest these innocent people… and the kid? I mean it's just a blow… it blows my mind and you know what “I won't stay silent anymore.”
“I'm sorry that Hollywood can't even delay bringing the hostages home. I don't understand it.”
Zareen was adamant in speaking up for what she believed in and encouraged others to be vocal in their support of causes close to their hearts.
“Sometimes it's very isolating when you're speaking out, but people reach out to me and say, 'Thank you for being the voice because everyone's so afraid.'” But don't be, Zarin said. “More than half the country voted not only for him; Rather, it is for the benefit of the House of Representatives and the Senate.
“And like I said, I don't agree 100% with anyone's politics. And I probably don't agree with the things I thought five years ago. And what I thought was good five years ago, I don't agree with Jill five years ago. I certainly don't agree with me 20 years ago.” year.”
Zareen added, “I've become more reserved as I've gotten older. I'm not going to lie because I've learned a lot. I've seen a lot.”
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Her presence in Trump's inauguration It was twofold. Zarin not only wanted to witness the historic event, but she also wanted to show her appreciation for Trump's support of Israel.
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“The scene that will never leave my mind of him surrounding himself with the families of the hostages covered with yellow tape or yellow scarves… meant a lot to me as a Jewish girl,” she said.
This wasn't Zarin's first time witnessing Trump's inauguration. The businessman made sure to be in the city when Trump was sworn in in 2018.
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Weather conditions were a bit different, with festivities moved indoors to accommodate the cooler temperatures, but Zarin insisted there was something special in the air.
“I didn't see anyone upset. All I saw were people all over the city, whether they were Republicans or Democrats,” she said. “And I really mean it. Just happy. Everyone was in a great mood, even though it was cold.”
Zarin and her boyfriend, Gary Brody, attended Freedom ball At the Waldorf Astoria, formerly Trump's hotel, which she claimed had the “best entertainment” of all the inaugural balls.
“By evening, there were people waiting at the bar for seven hours for the president to come,” Zarin said. “But you know what? They're not miserable. It was worth the wait. There were people sleeping in the hallways. In fact, I don't know if they were drunk or taking a nap.”
As for getting a chance to interact with President Trump?
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“No one can interact with anyone,” Zareen insisted. “Honestly, you have a complete perimeter security system. I've been to Mar-a-Lago, and I've seen the security they have, and it's very tight. But you can definitely see the president. But you can't get close to him.”
“He's completely cornered. Let's put it this way. If he sees you and wants to talk to you, he'll catch you. Don't worry about it. Other than that, leave me alone,” she added.
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After an inspiring weekend, one of the messages she hopes to carry into the new year is to practice what you preach.
“Just be nice. Be nice,” Zarin said. “If you don't agree with someone, definitely share your opinion, because I think everyone can learn from everyone. And I do. But do it in a respectful way.”