Richard Gere Applauds Sheinbaum at FIL Guadalajara
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* Richard Gere criticized Donald Trump: Gere expressed shame over Trump’s second term as US President while at the International Book Fair (FIL) in Guadalajara.
* Gere praised Claudia Sheinbaum: He lauded mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo’s ability to handle Trump. He specifically stated she is “incredible” in how she deals with him.
* Gere advocates for women leaders: He believes more women leaders are needed globally,citing their compassion and wisdom.
* Gere’s lecture topic: His lecture was titled “Compassion in action: a shared stewardship of the planet that lets nature and community show us the way” and focused on the environmental crisis and challenging leaders like Trump, Putin, and Netanyahu.
* Gere’s view on leadership: He stated that any leader who is not inclusive is not the right leader.
* Date: The events occurred on December 5, 2025.
* Alicia Bárcena was present: Richard Gere was accompanied by Alicia Bárcena, the Secretary of Environment and Natural Resources.
