Celeb Politics: Two Thumbs Up?

In case you've been in seclusion for the last several months, this election season has had its share of controversies, hot debates and plenty of fireworks. And that's just been on our message boards. Across the community we've seen iVillagers tell how the political atmosphere has added to tensions between spouses, friends, family members and co-workers who may be on opposite ends of the political spectrum. That can be quite a pickle for sure, but let's get down to what's really important: how do your political views line up with your favorite celebrity? Of course celebs sharing their views on public policy is nothing new (I'm looking at you, Bono), but do you find it helpful or just plain annoying? cl-wordyone recently brought up this very topic on the Movies! board. Here's what some iVillagers had to say about the stars who stump:

"It used to bother me when celebrities would be so vocal about their political views, but it really doesn't bug me much anymore. I mean, they have the right to say how they feel - I guess, lol. It only bothers me when someone gets really rabid about their viewpoint and gets all over anyone who disagrees with them." -- cl-wordyone

"I do know people who, if an actor they previously liked speaks out and they disagree, they won't see that person's films or shows anymore. But that's not me, I disagree with lots of actors' views, but I still watch their stuff!" -- momeebear

"I just find it fascinating how virulent the attacks are on the celebrities this time. Let's face it, there are JUST as many conservative celebrities out there stumping for their guy as there are liberal" ones for 'their' guy." -- thatyank

"Sure they have a right to their opinions and for the most part I have no trouble with it. But, it does bother me when people pay to go to concerts and get a political slide show also. And it really bothers me when celebrities are cruel and vicious... [for] example, when Matt Damon recently publicly said some cruel things about Sarah Palin. Whether you support her or not I think he was out of place." -- wildflower05

"I think that they have as much right to voice their opinions as anyone. And people who aren't usually tuned into politics might pause and listen." -- cl-libelulle

So what do you think? Do you wish celebs would keep their traps shut during election season or are you interested in their political views? Or does it even make it on your radar? Sound off here -- bonus points if you let me know which celeb's political rants drive you bonkers.