As a seasoned gamer who’s been navigating the digital landscape for years, I can attest to the immense influence celebrities hold in shaping public opinion and driving action, especially during election seasons. The power of their platforms is undeniable, and it’s fascinating to witness how they leverage this influence to encourage voter registration.
During presidential election years, there’s a surge of individuals expressing their political preferences on social media platforms. Many famous personalities leverage their influence to boost political campaigns they align with. For instance, Kylie Jenner made headlines in 2020 by sharing a bikini photo that encouraged people to register to vote. Now, Taylor Swift has voiced her views on the upcoming election and her endorsement of Kamala Harris led almost half a million people to visit Vote.gov.
Taylor Swift Dorve Nearly Half A Million People To Vote.gov
After the presidential debate between Kamala Harris and Doland Trump aired on the 2024 TV schedule, Taylor Swift took to Instagram to endorse the Vice President and encourage people to do their research and register to vote.
Her post was lengthy, and she went into detail about why she chose to support Harris and her VP candidate Tim Walz. In the final paragraph of the statement, she explained the importance of registering to vote, and she guided her followers to resources about said topic. She wrote:
Based on my investigations, I’ve reached a decision. The responsibility for your own research and choice lies with you. I would like to emphasize this point, particularly to those voting for the first time: Be sure that you are registered to vote! Additionally, I believe it is more convenient to cast your ballot ahead of time. I will provide a link in my article where you can register and find early voting dates and details.
On her Instagram story, a link to Vote.gov was shared, and as reported by CBS, that post attracted approximately 405,999 users within the 24 hours following its posting. This government website, managed by the General Services Administration, offers guidance on how to register to vote and take part in elections, providing essential information for participating in democratic processes.
Significantly, a representative informed CBS that prior to Taylor Swift’s post, the website Vote.gov typically received around 30,000 daily visits.
Moreover, during Swift’s VMAs performance, which featured multiple costume changes and lively dance routines, she utilized the opportunity to encourage viewers to register to vote, even making a plea for registration during her Video of the Year acceptance speech.
It’s common for celebrities to express their backing for political figures, but it’s undeniable that Taylor Swift’s influence is immense, as evident by just one published photograph of her support.
In 2020, Kylie Jenner Posted A Bikini Photo, And It Led To Thousands Of Voter Registrations
In 2020, as we approached the presidential election, numerous celebrities took special efforts to motivate people to vote. Lin Manuel-Miranda and the Hamilton cast altered their lyrics to persuade people to engage in the voting process. Paul Rudd distributed cookies to emphasize the significance of early voting. Moreover, Kylie Jenner shared a bikini photo on social media that resulted in a 80% surge in traffic for Vote.org and approximately 48,000 new voter registrations.
It’s likely not exactly half a million, but it’s undeniably a significant figure, serving as yet another testament to the impact individuals such as Swift and Jenner exert.
Apart from being a renowned makeup entrepreneur and a popular figure on reality TV shows like “The Kardashians” (which you can access with a Hulu subscription), Kylie Jenner boasts an impressive 396 million followers on Instagram. Due to the interest in her life and value placed on her views, it’s no surprise that her social media posts have the power to influence others, including encouraging them to register to vote.
Much like Jenner has a larger Instagram following, Swift’s appeal and anticipation for her upcoming ventures are significantly greater. Consider the legions of Swifties who have donned their finest attire for the Eras Tour or the dedicated fans who closely follow subtle hints (Easter eggs) that could point to one of her projects, such as the re-release of ‘Reputation’. This is why so many people heeded her advice recently.
It would be intriguing to observe whether famous personalities like Kylie Jenner will voice their opinions about the forthcoming election, and consequently, influence people’s understanding and behavior regarding voting.
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2024-09-13 20:07