In February 2016 , the Chili Peppers performed at a " Feel the Bern " fundraiser in support of presidential candidate Bernie Sanders . Flea said , " Bernie Sanders is the only remotely reasonable candidate for President of the United States . " In August 2016 , Flea paid a visit to see Koko the gorilla and to also raise awareness for '' The Gorilla Foundation '' . The foundation said of Flea 's visit " One of Koko 's favorite musicians , Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers came to visit . Koko was thrilled by the mellow sounds and a jamming session followed with Koko strumming on Flea 's bass ! " Flea has been very outspoken on the issue of climate change saying in January 2019 " the destructive effects of climate change are ongoing and will be difficult for us human beings to deal with . Love is the only thing that can help us . Love each other , love the earth , let 's be there for each other . " Days later the Red Hot Chili Peppers performed at a benefit concert for victims of recent deadly Woolsey Fire in California which killed four people and destroyed over 1,500 homes . The fires even halted the recording for the Chili Peppers ' twelfth album
Woolsey Fire
Woolsey Fire
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