America lost what’s ‘left of its innocence’ after Trump, ‘Parks and Rec’ star says
Actor Adam Scott reflected on the legacy of 'Parks and Recreation,' saying the U.S. has lost what was left of its innocence since Donald Trump entered politics in 2015. He questioned whether an optimistic show like 'Parks and Rec' could succeed in today's cultural climate, though he believes upbeat sitcoms still have an audience. Scott's co-star Nick Offerman previously stated that his character Ron Swanson would have despised Trump for both ideological and personal reasons.
- ▪Adam Scott said America lost what was left of its innocence after Donald Trump began his presidential campaign in 2015.
- ▪Scott questioned whether 'Parks and Recreation' could be made today given the current political and cultural climate.
- ▪Nick Offerman stated that his character Ron Swanson would have despised Trump because Trump's move into public service contradicted capitalist values and because of Trump's disrespect toward women.
- ▪Offerman cited creator Mike Schur's view that Ron Swanson would not have supported Trump.
- ▪Scott made the comments while promoting his new film 'Hokum' in an interview with Variety.
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Media America lost what’s ‘left of its innocence’ after Trump, ‘Parks and Rec’ star says By Lindsay Kornick, Fox News Published May 1, 2026, 8:51 p.m. ET Originally Published by: Amazon explores 'The Apprentice' reboot with Trump Jr set for promotion Nick Offerman says he’s 'not going to pick an argument' with Dennis Quaid Amy Poehler reflects on anniversary of 'Parks and Recreation Former “Parks and Recreation” star Adam Scott said America lost its “innocence” after President Donald Trump began his campaign in 2015 and questioned whether his series could be made today. While promoting his new film “Hokum,” Scott spoke to Variety on Thursday about his role on the sitcom, which focused on the Parks and Recreation Department of a fictional small town.
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