Tweeting about the president is a sure-fire way to drum up controversy, as Adam F. Goldberg has learned firsthand after sharing his thoughts on “the most clueless and ineffective” president of all time.
The creator of ABC’s The Goldbergs took to Twitter on Sunday to blast President Skroob, the sleazy and corrupt president played by Mel Brooks in the director’s 1987 classic Spaceballs. Less than a day later, Goldberg is down more than 1,000 followers and has ignited a tweet storm — because a number of people mistakenly thought Goldberg was speaking about President Donald Trump.
It started out rather civil, with people discussing Skroob.
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My God, the President is completely and utterly broken! I can’t tell you how disappointed I am. This isn’t fixable, is it? #Skroob pic.twitter.com/93e9iHYJBb
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 10, 2017
This has nothing to do with America. Skroob runs the universe. He doesn’t want anyone to have a turn but him and his spaceball soldiers.
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
I don’t get why people are arguing with me to support this president. Are we watching the same thing? He’s written as a total dope. #skroob https://t.co/oazrVt61aC
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
But soon, it became apparent that some Twitter users thought Goldberg was referring Trump, as people began saying they would boycott Goldberg’s his show.
People are now leaving my show? Skroob literally stole the air. Anyone who supports this is insane. I don’t know what you were watching. https://t.co/THSSOLxqNq
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Upon awakening, I’m losing both followers and viewers. I will not live in silence. The President must be stopped or earth will be next. https://t.co/S7ExaxsUY3
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Fox has been alerted of my views on the President. I am willing to go on live TV to talk about Skroob any time. I am after all half Druish. https://t.co/6Dk8fH0n8v
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Again. To be clear, Potg (galaxy) IS in control and that’s the entire problem. His colonel is an idiot and they will destroy us all. #skroob https://t.co/wN2NJNIbTY
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Well. So many people are bailing on my show about the 80s. But at least promise me you will DVR Spaceballs because it’s a great 80s film. https://t.co/mzY4mftpfe
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
It is NOT sad to speak out against the President . It’s brave. I expect the spaceball soldiers to kick down my door any moment. #skroob https://t.co/78UE3dd5Sa
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
I’ve done a search on twitter and I’m currently the ONLY one speaking out against Skroob. This is the bravest thing I’ve ever done. https://t.co/SjmEAU45ZC
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Others supported Goldberg’s analysis of the president, but it seemed they also mistakenly thought he was speaking about Trump.
To be clear, I tweet not for concern of my country. It’s everyone in the universe I worry about. Especially the Druish people. #skroob https://t.co/eRonod851o
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
To be clear, this is not about science. It’s fact. Today I turned on the tv and literally watched a planet get destroyed by a giant vacuum. https://t.co/Ggel6unT38
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
I don’t want anyone to stand with me about POTUS. This is ONLY about POTG (galaxy). Again. Just want to be clear here. #skroob https://t.co/NUFgW9SqJa
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Love the people like Sarah who are respectful of a good debate. It makes me think all of Skroob’s supporters aren’t insane like he is. https://t.co/Kc9wWQ54WW
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Grateful my actors are rallying around me over the incompetent President. We will not be silent! Down with Spaceball City! https://t.co/PcHjjWJbOa
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
And still others had some fun, playing along with Goldberg and getting in on the Skroob bashing.
BREAKING: Skroob admin assoc investigated for being Resistance Leader’s father’s brother’s nephew’s cousin’s former roommate.
— Doctor Valeyard (@DValeyard) June 12, 2017
I always admired his directing, but now admire his bravery for weighing in on the matter. Thank you, Mr. Savage. https://t.co/adssXRsICo
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
To all those who think I have an agenda, I really don’t. I just can’t support a president who combs the planet looking for traitors. #skroob https://t.co/cbQh4KX0ke
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
Much appreciated, Wil. As someone who has traveled the galaxy, your support of my battle against Dark Helmet and Skroob is invaluable. https://t.co/1hZ2882mul
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
I am now getting 100s of comments every minute and #NotMySkroob is in every tweet. The resistance is happening! Down with the President!!!! https://t.co/Cm8WARO0aK
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
As for what’s next? Goldberg is letting the public have their say by sharing this handy poll. Does Skroob have your support or is it time to draft articles of impeachment?
It’s time for me to write our 1st ep which is a John Hughes homage. I’ve lost over 1k followers due to my Spaceballs opinions. What’s yours?
— Adam F. Goldberg (@adamfgoldberg) June 12, 2017
