NEW YORK: There’s plenty of head-shaking going on about Donald Trump picking a fight with Taylor Swift, one of the biggest celebrities in the world.
Trump reacted strongly when Swift endorsed Kamala Harris, sparking intriguing discussions about the impact of celebrity endorsements and the role of art and culture in politics.
According to an article published in western media, artists use their platforms, their voices carry weight. Currently, many are trying to quantify the impact of Swift’s endorsement on Harris’s poll numbers, along with the spike in visits to the voter registration site Vote.gov following her link.
The western media reported that Trump, Elon Musk, and others also reacted over the matter. It added that the right-wing response to Swift has also revealed misogynistic attitudes, as confronting prominent figures often brings out underlying racist sentiments. The article said that people should embrace artists’ involvement in the political process and recognize its significance. Taylor Swift may not single-handedly save democracy while her role should be appreciated to contribute for democracy.
