Just where does British Author J.K. Rowling stand on American politics?

In a "Nightline" interview, she explained that she sides with President Obama's "you didn't build it" ideology.

According to J.K., she worked hard to become the success that she is today, but she really couldn't have done it without the help she received from others -- like the free education and health care provided by British government.

"I am proud of having done what I've done. Very proud," she explained. "But, I do take issue -- and this does go to the heart of this book, which is why I have to say it with anyone who truly feels it's a 100% down to them."

Who says J.K. Rowling can only talk about wizards and muggles, huh?

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