Julian Casablancas Declares No Vote for 2024 Election

Julian Casablancas, the frontman of The Strokes, has ignited controversy by announcing his refusal to vote in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, opting instead for a sticker that reads 'I Protested.' In an Instagram post, he articulated his belief that the two-party system is a 'joke' and criticized the influence of military, oil companies, and banks on elections, labeling the media as their propaganda arm. Despite pressure from his mother to vote to prevent Donald Trump from winning, he maintained that voting only leads to 'marginal incremental betterment' and that genuine change is necessary. This decision drew significant backlash from fans, with many expressing disappointment in his stance on social media, while his bandmate Nikolai Fraiture actively participated in early voting. Casablancas’ views reflect a broader disillusionment among some artists regarding the political landscape, echoing sentiments shared by other celebrities. His recent comments also touch on his discomfort with the band's hit song 'Last Nite,' which he admits has become unpalatable to him.