Taylor Swift is a regular in the headlines, and has in fact left many surprised with the gradual popularity she has gained. Considered one of the most powerful person in America right now, her fan following and influence at this time has the potential to alter any decision.
Her relationship with NFL star Travis Kelce has further added to her image and importance on a global level. In fact, many are convinced that she has made a promotional pact with Joe Biden as he competes for the Presidential elections, in return for a Super Bowl win for her boyfriend’s team Kansas City Chiefs. While neither Taylor nor Biden has confirmed the theories, the President is seemingly making the best of the situation. Meanwhile, Taylor has finally given a statement about the upcoming elections.
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Taylor Swift Gives A Neutral Call To Vote In Tennessee
Pop sensation Taylor Swift took to her Instagram Story on Super Tuesday to encourage her fans to vote in the 2024 primary elections. In her rather anticipated post, Swift reminded her followers that it was the presidential primary in Tennessee and 16 other states and territories, and urged them to vote for candidates who represent them.
“Today, March 5, is the presidential primary in Tennessee and 16 other states and territories. I wanted to remind you guys to vote the people who most represent YOU into power. If you haven’t already, make a plan to vote today,” Swift shared in a post on her Instagram Story.
“Whether you’re in Tennessee or somewhere else in the US, check your polling place and times at Vote.org,” she added.
Though Taylor she has been presumed to be a Biden supporter based on the fact that she has previously shown support for Joe Biden as well as other democrats in the past. Though she has been cautious about getting involved in political discourse, she made a notable plea to fans to vote for Democrats in a Tennessee election in 2018, and opposed Republican candidate Marsha Blackburn.
Swift also openly endorsed Joe Biden in the 2020 election and criticized then-President Donald Trump. However, she did not drop names this year as she just asked her fans to vote.
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“Taylor Swift’s Endorsement Holds More Influence Than Any Man In DC”: Potential Voters React To Taylor’s Announcement
Taylor Swift’s call to action received mixed reactions from her fanbase. While some expressed appreciation for her encouragement of young people to vote, others raised questions about her speaking out on political issues beyond elections. “I love Taylor Swift for still encouraging people to vote especially young people, but if she can do this – she can speak on a genocide right???!” one person on X wrote.
“WOW: Taylor Swift has officially begun interfering in the 2024 election. She tells her young female fans to vote the candidate that ‘most represents you into power’,” another person wrote.
Swift’s Instagram posts encouraging voter registration have been known to have a significant impact, resulting in tens of thousands of new registrations. However, it remains uncertain whether Swift will take a more active role in this year’s political discussions beyond advocating for voting.
In a poll conducted by The Guardian, fans expressed varying opinions on Swift’s political involvement. Some believe her endorsement holds significant influence, while others expressed a desire for her to speak out on broader issues, such as human rights and support for asylum-seeking refugees.
“I would like to hear her speak out in support of human rights for all, especially women. And to support the asylum-seeking refugees risking their lives to contribute their hard work to the US. That’s what actually makes America great,” a voter said.
“For me, Taylor Swift’s endorsement holds more influence than any man in DC or in the media. Why wouldn’t her opinion matter to me?” they added.
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