The meme for blind faith secures its own perpetuation by the simple unconscious expedient of discouraging rational inquiry.
“I'm not a writer where I feel particularly blessed by great inspiration every day. I don't. I have to work really hard at it to try and say the things I'm concerned with.”
“I love to utilize my celebrity status in a responsible and constructive and substantive manner. I like to get my hands dirty rather than a photo op.”