![]() But we should reflect on who the flag has excluded and oppressed. The Met Gala theme might be a sign that, with Biden in office, liberal patriotism and flag-waving is once again in vogue ( Mediaite). Many liberals, celebrities included, found the Trump administration an embarrassing time to be an Americans ( Newsweek, Huff Post, The New Daily). ![]() The theme of the 2021 Gala was “In America: A Lexicon of Fashion.” Timotheé Chalamet sported all-American Chuck Taylors, Billie Eilish referenced Marilyn Monroe, and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez arrived wearing a dress emblazoned with “Tax the Rich.” It was Debbie Harry of new-wave band Blondie who took the assignment most literally with her “deconstructed ballgown” with the colors of the American flag ( The Hollywood Reporter). ![]() As always, “New York City’s party of the year” drew attention and sparked commentary as a litany of celebrities arrived to the Metropolitan Museum of Art in custom-made designer attire. Last week, the Met Gala returned after a one-year absence due to COVID.
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