Taylor Swift's Endorsement of Kamala Harris Shows Limited Impact, New Polls Reveal
Despite media attention, surveys indicate Swift's support has minimal effect on voter enthusiasm for Harris's presidential campaign.
- A Quinnipiac University poll found that 76% of likely voters say Taylor Swift's endorsement does not change their enthusiasm for Kamala Harris.
- Only 9% of respondents reported being more enthusiastic, while 13% felt less enthusiastic about Harris's candidacy due to Swift's backing.
- Previous polls indicated that Swift's endorsement might deter some voters, particularly among Gen Z, with 26% less likely to support a Swift-endorsed candidate.
- Experts suggest that while celebrity endorsements typically have little political impact, Swift's influence could still affect voter margins, especially among younger demographics.
- Rumors that Swift was banned from country music following her endorsement of Harris were debunked, with the claims traced back to satirical sources.