Pop singer Demi Lovato went on stage at the Democratic National Convention, and gave an emotional and brave speech about mental Illnesses. The celebrity singer had already admitted in the past of having bipolar disorder as well as eating disorders. Lovato openly shared her personal story and spoke of the need of politician who understand and support this kind of suffering.
“I stand here today as proof that you can live a normal and empowered life with mental illness. I’m proud to support a presidential candidate who will fight to ensure all people living with mental health conditions get the care they need to live fulfilling lives.”
Lovato is a Hillary Clinton supporter, after publicly announced it at a performance in Iowa last January. Clinton had comment in the past on her support to Lovato and the issue of mental illness itself.