Andras Schiff, a notable concert pianist, has declared his intention to stop performing in the U.S. due to President Trump's troubling behavior internationally, which he connects to historical events like the Holocaust. Schiff's decision follows a trend of cultural boycotts in response to political climates, reflecting a shift where artists are now canceling U.S. engagements rather than the reverse. This situation highlights a growing perception of the U.S. as a pariah in artistic circles, contrasting with past trends where American artists often protested abroad against injustices.
Mr. Schiff expressed that he finds it impossible to align with the current state of affairs under Trump's presidency, stating, 'He has brought an ugliness into this world which hadn't been there.'
Schiff's decision to halt performances in the U.S. stemmed from his alarm over Trump's stance on various international issues, describing Trump’s Deportation calls as reminiscent of Holocaust-era expulsion efforts.
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