His father, Leo Penn, was a card-carrying communist.   Another talentless Hollywood douchebag who thinks playing let's pretend in front of a camera gives him both the right and the expertise to comment on all things political.   He is a staunch advocate of gun control, yet has a CCW in California. He doesn't feel the masses should be able to defend themselves, yet he is armed to the teeth during his humanitarian trip to New Orleans.   I think Dr. Pierce envisioned the day of the rope for just his type. Yeah, this guy (Penn) is a total Hollywood liberal(and a part Jew). He is a strong supporter of gay rights and gun control, and who knows what else. But he is a decent actor. I like some of his movies, like Carlito's Way, Colors and State of Grace.