Protecting Democracy from Conspiracy Theories
The White House emphasized the importance of protecting democracy over conspiracy theories as the general election approaches. Press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre expressed concerns about the impact of such theories, highlighting the need to safeguard democracy amidst misinformation.
Baseless Super Bowl Conspiracy
Leading up to the Super Bowl, baseless conspiracy theories circulated, suggesting Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce were involved in a plot to rig the game and endorse President Joe Biden. Despite the Chiefs’ victory, no political endorsements were made by Swift or Kelce.
Public Opinion and Get-Out-The-Vote Efforts
A recent national poll revealed that a significant portion of Americans believe in the unfounded Taylor Swift conspiracy. However, the majority support Swift’s efforts to encourage voter participation among her fans. Last year, her call to register to vote resulted in a substantial increase in registrations and website traffic.
Swift’s Popularity and Impact
While 65% of Americans in the poll indicated they are not fans of Taylor Swift, her influence in mobilizing voter engagement cannot be denied. Despite the conspiracy theories, Swift continues to play a role in encouraging civic participation among her followers.