Activist Saira Rao Ridiculed for Claiming Taylor Swift Could End Gaza Conflict

Rao's comments on Swift's selection as TIME's Person of the Year met with widespread disbelief and mockery on social media.

Antiracist activist Saira Rao criticized Taylor Swift's selection as TIME's Person of the Year, claiming Swift could end the conflict in Gaza with a single Instagram post.
Rao's comments were met with widespread ridicule and disbelief on social media, with many pointing out the unrealistic expectation of a pop star influencing international conflicts.
Rao, known for her organization 'Race 2 Dinner', has been known for her controversial statements and actions in the past.
Swift, who has not responded to Rao's comments, was praised by TIME's Editor-in-Chief Sam Jacobs for her ability to 'transcend borders and be a source of light' in a divided world.
Community notes on the social media platform where Rao posted her comments pointed out that historically, wars and conflicts have not ended due to social media posts.