Meghan Markle’s ambition to become the most famous princess in the world has sparked controversy as she continues to leverage her royal title for political purposes, drawing criticism from various quarters.
Political commentator Calvin Robinson expressed his dismay over the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s persistent use of their royal titles, despite venturing into the political arena.
In a recent interview with Sky News, Robinson condemned the couple’s self-introduction as royalty at public events, emphasizing the need for the royal family to intervene and revoke their titles due to their increasing involvement in political and commercial endeavors.
Following their decision to step back from official royal duties in early 2020, Meghan and Harry agreed with the Queen to retain their titles but forego using the HRH designation.
However, exclusive polls conducted by the Sunday Express indicate a growing sentiment among the public that the couple should refrain from exploiting their royal titles to advance their business ventures or political agendas.
A significant majority in both the UK and the US expressed disapproval of the couple utilizing their titles for such purposes, with 73% in the UK and 59% in the US advocating for them to cease this practice.
While opinions were divided on whether Meghan and Harry should retain their titles, with nearly half of UK respondents favoring their removal, royal expert Marlene Koenig shed light on the complexities surrounding Meghan’s use of her title.
Koenig highlighted the distinction between Meghan’s title acquired through marriage and Harry’s title bestowed by creation, pointing out that only an Act of Parliament could potentially strip Harry of his peerages.
The expert emphasized Meghan’s right as an American citizen to voice her opinions, underscoring the humanitarian nature of her advocacy for issues like paid parental leave.
The Duchess of Sussex faced backlash for leveraging her royal status in lobbying efforts, notably when she addressed Congress in a letter advocating for comprehensive paid leave policies.
Her actions were further scrutinized when she used her royal title during interactions with US politicians to push for the same cause.
Despite facing criticism, Meghan defended her stance on advocating for paid parental leave as a fundamental humanitarian concern.
At a New York Times event, she stressed the importance of using privilege responsibly and standing up for what is morally right, irrespective of her royal status.
In a separate incident, Meghan was ridiculed on social media for introducing herself with her full royal title at a children’s book reading, where she presented her book titled “The Bench.”
However, the Duchess remained steadfast in her commitment to championing causes she believes in, reiterating that advocating for paid parental leave transcends political boundaries and aligns with her values of equality and social justice.
Meghan’s unwavering dedication to humanitarian issues continues to fuel debates around the appropriate use of royal titles in promoting personal agendas, underscoring the complexities of balancing public roles with individual convictions.
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