Taylor Swift's Endorsement Sparks Democratic Campaign Frenzy

'Ready for it!' Democrats launch 'swifty' campaigns after Taylor supports Kamala Harris - Times of India

The Kamala Harris campaign has unveiled a new billboard campaign, energised by pop star Taylor Swift's influence. The Democratic National Committee (DNC) launched the billboards in New York and Las Vegas with slogans like "A New Way Forward... Ready For It?" a direct reference to Swift's Reputation album song. The choice of Swift's music, known for its themes of resilience and revenge, signals the Harris campaign's readiness for a tough fight in the 2024 election. This campaign pivot comes after Swift openly endorsed Harris in a viral post, where the pop star threw her support behind the Vice President. Swift's endorsement has sparked a surge in voter engagement, reshaping the dynamics of the election. This alignment with Swift's powerful message has boosted the Harris campaign, signalling they're prepared for a tough fight in the 2024 election. Swift's endorsement has already led to a surge in voter registrations, showing the impact of her support. One of the key slogans reads, "A New Way Forward... Ready For It?," a direct nod to Swift's hit song "...Ready For It?" from her 2017 Reputation album. Taylor Swift - ...Ready For It? The choice of Swift's Reputation era is symbolic. Much like Swift's album, which was a statement about reclaiming her power and setting the record straight after a period of public backlash, the Harris campaign seems to be signalling a readiness to fight back and take on challenges, particularly in their rivalry with former President Donald Trump. By aligning with Swift's powerful themes of resilience and revenge from Reputation, the campaign is showing that they are prepared for a tough battle ahead in the 2024 election. Taylor Swift's endorsement of Harris one of the most popular and influential public figures today -- adds a layer of cultural relevance and energy to the campaign. Swift's post, which also called out the dangers of AI and misinformation, has already made an impact, leading to nearly 400,000 people visiting the Vote.gov site to register. The Harris campaign is leaning into Swift's message of strength and empowerment, playing "The Man", another Swift anthem from her Lover album, at a post-debate party, emphasising their fight against misogyny and a broken system. At TOI World Desk, our dedicated team of seasoned journalists and passionate writers tirelessly sifts through the vast tapestry of global events to bring you the latest news and diverse perspectives round the clock. With an unwavering commitment to accuracy, depth, and timeliness, we strive to keep you informed about the ever-evolving world, delivering a nuanced understanding of international affairs to our readers. Join us on a journey across continents as we unravel the stories that shape our interconnected world.

Taylor Swift's Dems support pushes 'Kamala era' ads to take over NYC, Las Vegas on the day of Trump's upcoming rally

After sprinkling her influential pixie dust over the 2025 NFL season-opening, Taylor Swift has now also taken over the US election fever. Three days ago, the pop star officially endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris in the ongoing presidential race. Her lengthy and informative intent shared on social media reportedly drove lakhs of users to Vote.gov. Signing off her support for Harris as 'Childless Cat Lady,' the Eras Tour concert-maker even took a swipe at Donald Trump's running mate JD Vance's demeaning remarks. In an anticipated move, Democrats have used her Instagram post as a launching pad for more success. Making the most of Swift's impactful stance as part of the zeitgeist of the 21st-century experience, the Democratic National Committee has whipped out new sharp-witted campaign ads that will go up in New York City and Las Vegas Friday, September 13, onwards. One of the Taylor Swift-inspired Kamala Harris ads plays with the artist's record-smashing Eras Tour title. The Times Square billboard will reportedly flash the message: "We're in Our Kamala Era!" The digital billboard also includes another image that astutely uses the title of Swift's 2017 'Reputation' album's hit track "...Ready for It." The phrase reads: "A New Way Forward... Ready For It?" Also read | Who is Laura Loomer? Republicans, WH warn Trump against closeness with conspiracy theorist who spreads 'racist poison' Other ads ready to be displayed in New York City will be stationed 22 stories high above the Red Stairs in Times Square, wittily alluding to the "Red" album songs "22" and "Red," per PEOPLE's report. Additionally, two such Kamala Harris ads will be plastered on Las Vegas billboards. These will feature the text, "We're in our Kamal era," and "Exhausted with this guy?" while showing a picture of former President Trump. Ironically, the ads will go live on September 13 -- the same day as Trump's new rally in Las Vegas following the debate with his Democratic rival. While these Harris ads align with Swift's support for her, Trump's campaign recently went against the pop star's political bent and launched a Taylor Swift-inspired merch line for the upcoming elections. Although the move was presumably fired up to gain as much of the massive fandom's support, Trump has achieved the quite opposite. Infuriated fans of the "Anti-Hero" crooner are already envisioning a potential "copyright lawsuit in the making." Also read | Diddy files motion to dissolve $100 million default judgment in convict's 'frivolous' sex assault case The Trump campaign's latest tactic is expected to hit the wrong nerve, especially since Swift didn't shy away from name-dropping the Republican presidential hopeful in her tide-swaying endorsement post on Instagram. "Recently I was made aware that AI of 'me' falsely endorsing Donald Trump's presidential run was posted to his site. It really conjured up my fears around AI, and the dangers of spreading misinformation. It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth," Swift captioned the post on September 10. It eventually led the Kamala Harris-Tim Walz campaign to sell friendship bracelets on their official website, referencing the classic habit the musician's fans nurtured, involving swapping such tokens during the Eras world tour.

"In Our Kamala Era": Taylor Swift Ads Launch After Her Endorsement

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Taylor Swift drives lakhs to Vote.gov with Harris endorsement; campaign sells friendship bracelets

Taylor Swift's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris for the presidency sent lakhs of users rushing to Vote.gov, just as political pundits had expected, given her immense influence ahead of the upcoming election. Swift's support not only drove a surge in voter registration but also sparked a quick response from the Harris-Walz campaign, which began selling friendship bracelets inspired by the pop star just one hour after her post. On Wednesday, just a day after Taylor Swift publicly backed Democratic presidential hopeful Kamala Harris, her endorsement drove a staggering 337,826 users to visit Vote.gov, according to NBC. The General Services Administration, which manages the website alongside the U.S. Election Assistance Commission, confirmed to NBC News that by 2 p.m. ET on Wednesday a sudden surge of people was witnessed on the custom URL Swift shared on Instagram as part of her endorsement of Harris. Also read: Harris-Trump debate tv viewership explodes, blowing Biden's numbers with huge margin Swift on Tuesday, right after Harris-Trump wrapped up their big debate night on ABC with a panel of hosts and media, the Cruel Summer singer took to her Instagram and penned a lengthy note showing her support for 'warrior' Kamala Harris. In her post, which is signed off as 'Childless Cat Lady' taking a swipe at Trump's running mate JD Vance's derogatory remarks against Harris and other female politicians without kids, the singer posted a custom voting URL which directs users to vote.gov. Vote.gov is a dedicated platform designed to help visitors register to vote in their respective states. It also provides a comprehensive guide to voting rights, explains election procedures, and answers frequently asked questions, offering users a clear path to participating in the democratic process. Right after Taylor Swift gave her big shoutout, the Harris-Walz team didn't waste any time. They hopped on the chance, launching friendship bracelets inspired by the singer. "Are you ready for it? Harris-Walz friendship bracelets are here," the Instagram post went live soon after referring to the song from Swift's 2017 reputation album. Swift faced backlash from Republicans after publicly endorsing the Harris-Walz ticket for the upcoming presidential election. Her Instagram post, where she also called out Trump and the misuse of AI, has garnered over 9.6 million likes and counting. Also read: Trump blasts Harris as 'Marxist,' as she struggles to keep her cool with smile: 'Her father is a...' However, the endorsement didn't sit well with Trump supporters, including the candidate himself, who were hoping for her backing. Trump's running mate, JD Vance, brushed off Swift's critique of his past remarks and downplayed the impact of her influence in politics. "I don't think most Americans -- whether they like her music, are fans of hers or not -- are going to be influenced by a billionaire celebrity, who I think is fundamentally disconnected from the interests and problems of most Americans," he said. "I was not a Taylor Swift fan," Trump said on Fox & Friends. "It was just a question of time ... she's a very liberal person, she seems to always endorse a Democrat and she'll probably pay a price for it in the marketplace," he said calling out the support. In the same interview, he even praised Swift's friend and NFL star Patrick Mahomes wife Britanny calling her a big MAGA fan. Tesla owner and Republican supporter Elon Musk faced backlash from Swifties after his tweet was deemed "sexist." Responding to her endorsement and the "Cat Lady" remark, Musk wrote, "Fine, Taylor... you win... I will give you a child and guard your cats with my life." "Am I reading this right that you are offering to have a child with Taylor Swift," a person commented. "How can a person go so low," said another. "This creepy and weird guy omg," a third chimed in.

Taylor Swift could swing the election for Kamala Harris - these are the numbers that prove it

Who's afraid of little old Taylor Swift? Well, Donald Trump, it seems. For weeks, fans had been waiting to see if and when the singer would "pick a side" in the US presidential election. Rumours that she would sing at the Democratic National Convention with Beyoncé turned out to be false. A fan-run organisation called "Swifties4Kamala" failed to raise a response. Even when Trump shared AI-generated images of Swifties in MAGA T-shirts, there was no public statement. But on Tuesday evening, minutes after Kamala Harris and the former president stepped off the debate stage in Philadelphia, she pledged her support for the Democrat. Swift wrote to her 283 million Instagram followers: "Like many of you, I watched the debate tonight. I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election. I'm voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them." Swift signed the post, which was a picture of her with her cat, Benji, "Taylor Swift, Childless Cat Lady" - a dig at resurfaced comments made by Trump's running mate, JD Vance. Ironically, Trump also seems to have played a direct role in inspiring Swift to go public with her support for Harris. (In her own words, "look what you made me do.") The star said the fake AI-generated images shared by Trump, "really conjured up my fears around AI, and the dangers of spreading misinformation. It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth." Trump, for his part, quickly dismissed the intervention, saying he was "not a Taylor fan" and warning the "very liberal" star would "probably pay a price in the marketplace" for her comments. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Taylor Swift (@taylorswift) But can the 34-year-old's endorsement really move the needle? Experts and analysis of recent electoral data suggest it just might. When it comes to presidential elections, most analysts agree that celebrity endorsements typically don't hold much sway. In a 2022 survey, 45 per cent of Americans said they did not agree with stars making political statements, while earlier this year, 11 per cent of Swift's own fans said she should "definitely not" lend public support to any candidate. But when you reach a certain stratum of stardom, there are exceptions. Oprah Winfrey, with her almost unparalleled reach, won Barack Obama an estimated one million extra votes when she endorsed him in 2008. This year, it could be Swift - Miss Americana, the most powerful woman in pop, if not in the whole of America - fresh from the European leg of her record-breaking, economy-boosting Eras tour, who shifts voters into gear. Following her Instagram post on Tuesday night, the Harris campaign put Eras tour-inspired Harris/Walz friendship bracelets up on its website. They sold out within 24 hours. Meanwhile, thousands of young voters raced to sign up and have their own say later this year. Between 9pm and midnight on Tuesday evening, there was a 585 per cent spike in traffic on registration site Vote.org, compared to the same time interval over the previous eight days. Vote.org's CEO, Andrea Hailey, told the Telegraph Swift's impact on voter engagement was "undeniable." According to Hailey, people under 35, who are statistically more likely to vote Democrat, have accounted for 79 per cent of the more than one million new voters that have registered in this election cycle. If that translates into higher turnout among young people on polling day, it will likely bode well for Harris. Data shows Swifties - her avid fans - tend to skew Democrat. Half of the musician's followers voted for Joe Biden in 2020, according to polling conducted earlier this year. Still, a sizable minority (23 per cent) identify as Republicans, and one in four backed Trump at the last election. "Taylor Swift is clearly the biggest endorsement you could get from a celebrity," says James Johnson, a political advisor and pollster based in New York. "It won't have an immediate impact, but I suspect if they [Harris' campaign] can use that to mobilise younger people to vote, it could sway the election in that way." While registration is one thing, actual voter turnout is quite another. Official US census data shows there is a historic gap between registered voters and actual votes cast. And although that is slowly closing, it still persists among younger people. In 2020, the gap was largest among 18 to 24-year-olds, at 7.8 percent, representing 2.2 million people. In 2016, the corresponding figure was even larger, accounting for 11.4 per cent of that age group - some 3.3 million individuals. Looking ahead, only 51 per cent of Swift's fans aged 18 to 34 have said they will definitely participate in November's election, according to a Morning Consult poll from earlier this year. Aa a young country music star, Swift was told to keep out of politics. "Every label tells you, 'Just do not get involved, no matter what,'" she said later, citing the example of the Dixie Chicks, now called 'The Chicks,' the country girl band who faced a backlash after criticising then President George W.Bush in 2003. Until 2018, Swift maintained her political silence. That is, until she spoke out in support of the Democrats in her home state of Tennessee during midterm elections. Swift had found her political voice. Two years later, she endorsed Biden for President. And in 2023, when she encouraged her fans to register to vote, the impact was tangible: more than 35,000 eligible voters signed up following her post on Instagram for National Voting Day. Swift has also expressed regret that she did not publicly endorse Hilary Clinton in 2016, as many of her fans had urged her to. "I just felt completely... useless. And maybe even like a hindrance," she said in 2019. Had she done so, it may have changed the course of history. According to Pew Research Centre, 58 percent of 18 to 29-year-olds voted for Clinton in 2016. Analysis by the Telegraph suggests she would have received 1.9 million more votes had every single young person registered to take part actually turned out. And, critically, if all registered 18-34 year-olds in key swing states actually cast their ballots, voting as their age group typically would, Clinton would have won Wisconsin, Michigan, and Pennsylvania, which would in turn have secured her presidential victory. It is worth noting, however, that Clinton received dozens of starry endorsements from celebrities including Beyoncé and George Clooney - yet still lost to Trump. "Generally, celebrity endorsements don't tend to have much of an impact," says Johnson. "Voters are voting on their experience of the economy, their view of the leaders...voters have an intrinsic gut reaction against celebrities weighing in and think they are more likely to be biased, especially towards the Left." His remarks point to the fact that while Swift might get young people out to polling stations, whether she can change voters' minds remains to be seen. Polling conducted for Newsweek at the beginning of this year found that 18 per cent of voters said they were "more likely" or "significantly more likely" to vote for a candidate who had her approval. But 17 per cent said they were less likely. Even if she proves unable to convince fans set on seeing a second Trump term to back Harris instead, there's a number of undecided voters who might yet be receptive to her message. Recent YouGov polling found that a third of voters who didn't support either the Republican or Democratic candidate said they liked Swift. Then there is the less tangible impact Swift's endorsement could have - on fund-raising, media coverage and excitement around the Harris campaign. Trump may have given her intervention short shrift, but it seems he could yet be forced to admit "I knew you were trouble when you walked in" come November 5.

Taylor Swift effect upended the NFL. Can her Kamala Harris endorsement change the game?

The Taylor Swift effect brought new fans to America's biggest sporting event this past winter. Will the pop star's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris after Tuesday night's debate drive more votes in the year's biggest election? Yes, says Resonate, a data and intelligence company that analyzes trillions of online interactions. Typical polling extrapolates the pulse of American voters from a few hundred or thousand responses. The Reston, Virginia, company uses its AI modeling system to develop its own insights on 250 million people. Resonate says 2.3 million Americans in battleground states are more likely to be swayed by celebrity endorsements. Those people may be rethinking their voting plans because of Swift's Instagram post, which supported Harris and chided former President Donald Trump for a false AI-created endorsement of him. Who has better odds to win? How the debate changed the odds for Kamala Harris and Donald Trump How many battleground voters Taylor Swift might sway Resonate's definition of battleground state is broader than most, but should the Swiftie faithful turn out for Harris in states such as Florida, would it perhaps return to battleground status? The company estimates as many as 667,000 Florida voters, or 29% of the 2.3 million, might be swayed by Swift. Unable to view our graphics? Click here to see them. Demographics of people influenced by Taylor Swift's endorsement Of the more than 2 million people, it's not just younger, female voters. Still, the majority of Americans who are more open to supporting and voting for Harris are likely to be millennial women. Will Taylor Swift make another supersize impact? This isn't the first time in 2024 when Swift had an outsized impact beyond her music making, which grossed more than $1 billion during her Eras Tour. Her romantic relationship with the Kansas City Chiefs' Travis Kelce boosted NFL game viewership by teen girls by 8% in the 2023-24 season, according to Nielsen. The audience measurement company said her presence at Super Bowl 58 helped make the game the most-watched telecast ever with 123.4 million viewers. So it probably came as no surprise after Tuesday night's debate that Swift's endorsement moved even offshore presidential betting markets. Presidential election betting can't be done legally in the U.S. How Harris' odds of winning jumped during the debate Much of Harris' upward momentum in betting markets occurred during the debate, according to both Betfair Exchange and Polymarket data. They also showed upticks in Harris' odds after Swift's endorsement. Certainly it's a much easier to watch football on TV than registering and actually casting a vote. But another more tangible Swift effect has already rippled through Vote.gov. Vote.gov received 405,999 visitors from Swift's custom URL in the 24 hours after her message was posted on Instagram, according to data from the General Services Administration. In the week before, the site had about 30,000 daily visitors. Visitors to Vote.gov jump in days after Taylor Swift's post Vote.gov is just a first step, though. The site doesn't offer voter registration, but it points visitors to their states' election sites, where they can learn their states' processes. Resonate estimates that among the 2.3 million people who were moved by Swift's endorsement, 79% are registered voters. And 828,000 people, about 36%, who were on the fence about voting say they are more likely to turn out. Some voters want more before siding with Trump or Harris Just because these Americans' interest has been piqued by Swift doesn't mean they're suddenly in the Harris camp. Resonate estimates 874,000 are still undecided and are moderates on fiscal and social issues. Some overall characteristics of these 2.3 million Americans: ◾ Economy: 805,000 aren't sure which party they trust when it comes to jobs and the economy, and they are more likely to say "times are hard." ◾ Abortion: 64%, or 1.5 million people, agree with Harris' stance on abortion, but many also are uncertain about which party they can trust. ◾ Safety: Three in 10 say they are worried about crime, violence or mass shootings as well as being discriminated against.

Taylor Swift's Kamala Harris endorsement leads to a flood of voter...

Taylor Swift's endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris -- shortly after Tuesday's night debate between the Democratic nominee and former President Donald Trump -- has led to an uptick in traffic to vote.gov, CNN reported. A spokesperson for the federal agency that oversees the voter registration website told CNN that as of Wednesday afternoon, 337,826 visitors visited vote.gov after clicking on a custom URL Swift shared on Instagram after her Harris endorsement. It was not immediately clear how many of the website visitors registered to vote. Swift, 34, in her endorsement, said she was voting for Harris "because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them." The megastar added that first time voters would need to register, adding that she would post a link of where to register and find early voting dates in her Instagram story. Vote.gov, the federal government's voting registration site run by the General Services Administration, directs voters to their individual states and territories to complete voter registration. The federal website also saw a huge increase in engagement around the debate, with a spokesperson for Vote.org telling CNN there was a 585% spike in voters on the website between 9 p.m. through midnight. While voter engagement likely rose during the debate, Andrea Hailey, the CEO of Vote.org, attributed part of that to the "Anti-Hero" singer and her effect on the Swifties. "Taylor Swift's impact on voter engagement is undeniable," Hailey said in a statement to CNN. Fresh off the European leg of her Eras Tour, the pop star said she has done her "research" for her pick and urged Swifties to do the same. The "Cruel Summer" singer said she was inspired to come forward with her presidential pick after artificial intelligence was used to create a fraudulent image of her supporting the Republican candidate. "It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is the truth." Though she explained why she will be voting for Harris, she did not directly tell Swifties to support the vice president. Instead, Swift said she has done her "research" for her pick and urged her fans to do the same. "If you haven't already, now is a great time to do your research on the issues at hand and the stances these candidates take on the topics that matter to you the most," she said. "As a voter, I make sure to watch and read everything I can about their proposed policies and plans for this country." Included in the endorsement was a photo of Swift holding her cat, Benjamin Button, from her Time Person of the Year spread in December. The photo choice is believed to have been in response to a 2021 quote by Republican vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance, in which he referred to Democratic women as "childless cat ladies who are miserable at their own lives." Trump dismissed Swift's endorsement, telling "Fox & Friends" on Wednesday that he much prefers Brittany Mahomes, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. "I actually like Mrs. Mahomes much better, if you want to know the truth. She's a big Trump fan," the Republican nominee said when asked about Swift's endorsement. Brittany Mahomes recently made headlines for liking one of Trump's Instagram posts that outlined his "2024 GOP Platform." She later slammed her "haters" after her like sparked widespread backlash from those who took it as an endorsement of Trump.

Taylor Swift's Endorsement Of Kamala Harris Drives Over 330K Visitors To Vote.Gov

Pop music sensation Taylor Swift has been recognized for directing a massive influx of over 330,000 visitors to vote.gov, following her public endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris. What Happened: The General Services Administration reported that 337,826 visitors were referred to the voter information website via Swift's custom link as of 2 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, reported The Hill. This surge occurred less than 24 hours after Swift's endorsement after the debate between Harris and former President Donald Trump. See Also: Veteran Pollster Weighs In On New Trump Vs. Harris Poll That Shows Ex-President Closing In: 'If You Support Policies That 60% Of The Country Opposes...You're Asking For Trouble' Swift, a Grammy award-winning artist, announced her endorsement on Instagram, expressing her belief that the country should be "led by calm and not chaos." She also addressed fake images circulating online, allegedly showing her support for the Republican nominee, and concluded her post by urging her followers, particularly first-time voters, to do their research and register to vote. Why It Matters: Swift's endorsement comes on the heels of her album "The Tortured Poets Department" which experienced a 600% sales jump months after its release. Former President Trump, however, dismissed Swift's endorsement of his opponent, suggesting that she might "pay a price for it in the marketplace." In 2020, Swift backed the Joe Biden-Harris ticket, and during the 2018 midterms, she endorsed two Democratic candidates from Tennessee. Image via Shutterstock Read Next: Mark Cuban Praises Elon Musk's AI Chatbot Grok For Answering Kamala Harris' POV On Immigration: 'I Think It's Accurate' Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors. Market News and Data brought to you by Benzinga APIs