Motion Picture Association of America slams Trump travel ban

Chairman of Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) says US President Donald Trump’s travel ban may bring about bad consequences for Hollywood.

MPAA which is usually a conservative organization, representing six major Hollywood studios, joined those who protest against the travel ban signed by Trump.

Current MPAA chairman and former Democratic senator Chris Dodd said in a statement representing his organization that we are “concerned about the impact of the executive order on individuals with legitimate personal and business relationships in the United States.”

He went on to write “Our mission of storytelling brings people closer together and introduces us to new perspectives from all over the world. We firmly believe our country can both protect its national security and be a welcoming place for those who respect our values.”

This comes as many officials as well as figures in art and institutions related to film making industries across the globe have already joined the chorus of protest against the travel ban ordered by Trump.

Most recently, The London mayor, Sadiq Khan, said London can attract artists who no longer feel at home in the US.

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