With the 2024 elections just around the corner, there are rumors that globally renowned singer Taylor Swift may publicly support Democratic candidate Joe Biden. However, such a decision could come with a range of risks and repercussions, would be condemned by millions of Americans, and could jeopardize their own safety.
According to British media on February 11, with Taylor Swift's romance with Travis Kells of the Kansas City Chiefs**, the reputation of the "Love Story" singer has reached new heights. Recently, their kiss during a match** caused a global sensation. However, Swift's support could spark even more controversy, especially if she publicly supports Joe Biden.
Swift supported Biden and Kamala Harris in the 2020 election, but she seems to regret not publicly expressing her dislike for former Donald Trump. Nonetheless, Professor Johannathan Shalitt said there were risks in putting oneself in politics during such a polarised time and advised artists to stay away from politics.
In addition to potentially offending some fans, Swift's support may also face threats to his personal safety. Chairman Shalitt warned that Trump's allies were plotting a "jihad" against her and spreading all sorts of right-wing conspiracy theories. These conspiracy theories claim that Swift is a Pentagon secret** and that her relationship with Kells is fictitious and designed to support Biden. As a result, if Swift gets involved in politics, she could face a lot of criticism and potential danger.
In her Netflix documentary, Miss America, there is footage showing Swift being warned that one might think she was condemning the then-** when she supported the Democratic candidate in the Tennessee Senate.
Whether Swift's support will be able to change Biden's election is unclear. She has hundreds of millions of followers and more than 2 followers on Instagram7.9 billion. In the past, she has called on fans to register as voters, and as a result, more than 35,000 people have registered.
It is worth mentioning that to date, celebrity support has not had a noticeable impact on the outcome of the election. Although Oprah Winfrey's support for Obama earned him about a million extra votes, helping him defeat Hillary Clinton, this kind of celebrity-driven electoral effect is uncommon.
John Mark Hansen, a professor of political science at the University of Chicago, noted that Swift's support could affect some younger voters, especially those who don't yet have a clear partisan leaning. However, he is uncertain about the extent of this effect. So, while Swift's support may have influenced the election to some extent, its exact impact remains to be seen.
To sum up, Taylor Swift's decision to support Joe Biden in the 2024 election is both risky and rewarding. Despite her potential to influence large numbers of voters, what cannot be ignored is the lash and threats she may face. As the situation continues to evolve, it remains to be seen whether Swift will risk his reputation and security for his cause. Only time will tell if the impact of her potential endorsement on the election.