Heading: Robert De Niro Slams John Wayne and Trump in Controversial Speech at Gotham Independent Film Awards

In a recent speech at the Gotham Independent Film Awards, Robert De Niro called out Donald Trump for his lies and dishonesty, comparing him to the controversial actor John Wayne. De Niro highlighted Wayne’s racist comments and suggested that the entertainment industry has long been complicit in perpetuating dishonesty and racism, much like Trump’s presidency.

Here are some of the lies and controversial statements highlighted in De Niro’s speech:

– Trump told more than 30,500 untruths during his presidency, averaging about 21 erroneous claims a day.
– John Wayne made racist comments about Native Americans and expressed white supremacist beliefs in a 1971 Playboy interview.
– Wayne also dismissed the mistreatment of Native Americans and justified the stealing of their land, showing a lack of empathy and understanding.

De Niro’s criticism of Trump’s lies and manipulation of facts is not just a personal attack, but a warning about the erosion of truth in society. His narcissistic lying poses a threat to democracy by undermining trust in institutions and spreading misinformation that can have real-world consequences.

Source: [East Bay Times](https://www.eastbaytimes.com)