Conservatives’ Meltdown Over Taylor Swift: Seth Meyers Calls It Their Most Deranged
In a recent episode of “Late Night with Seth Meyers,” the comedian took aim at conservatives’ reaction to Taylor Swift’s political endorsements, calling it their “most deranged” meltdown yet. Meyers humorously quoted a Taylor Swift lyric, saying, “You people are out of your fucking minds,” before clarifying that it was his own version of a Swift lyric.
According to Meyers, Republicans have concocted an elaborate conspiracy theory, suggesting that mysterious forces are manufacturing Swift’s fame to set up an endorsement of Joe Biden. Meyers sarcastically pointed out that only a grand conspiracy could explain why Swift would prefer Biden over a man who behaves worse than any man in a Taylor Swift song.
Meyers didn’t stop there. He also took aim at Fox News’ Brian Kilmeade for warning Swift to “stay out” of endorsing Biden, as she did in 2020. Meyers questioned whose instincts were sharper, highlighting Swift’s impressive achievements as a 12-time Grammy-winning artist who has sold over 200 million records, staged the highest-grossing concert series of all time, produced and distributed her own record-breaking concert movie, and was even named Time’s Person of the Year.
The comedian humorously contrasted Swift’s accomplishments with Kilmeade’s main talent, which he described as staring blankly at the camera every morning like a sock with button eyes.
This latest episode of “Late Night with Seth Meyers” highlights the ongoing controversy surrounding Taylor Swift’s political involvement. Despite facing backlash from conservatives, Swift has remained vocal about her support for Democratic candidates, including Joe Biden.
Swift’s decision to use her platform to express her political views has sparked heated debates and divided opinions. While some applaud her for using her influence to advocate for causes she believes in, others argue that celebrities should stay out of politics.
Regardless of the controversy, it is clear that Swift’s political endorsements have made a significant impact. Her endorsement of Biden during the 2020 election was seen as a crucial moment in mobilizing young voters and encouraging them to participate in the democratic process.
As the 2024 presidential race approaches, it will be interesting to see if Swift continues to use her platform to endorse political candidates. Whether conservatives like it or not, Swift’s voice carries weight, and her endorsements have the potential to sway public opinion.
In a time when celebrities are increasingly using their platforms to speak out on political issues, the debate over the role of celebrities in politics is likely to continue. While some may argue that celebrities should stick to their craft and stay out of political matters, others believe that they have every right to use their influence to advocate for causes they believe in.
As Seth Meyers aptly pointed out, Swift’s accomplishments and success in the music industry speak for themselves. Her endorsements should not be dismissed simply because she is a celebrity. Instead, they should be seen as an opportunity for meaningful dialogue and engagement with a younger generation of voters.
Love her or hate her, Taylor Swift’s political endorsements are here to stay. And as the 2024 presidential race heats up, we can expect conservatives to continue their “meltdown” over her involvement. But perhaps it’s time for conservatives to take a step back and consider why Swift’s voice resonates with so many young voters. After all, in a democracy, everyone’s voice should be heard, regardless of their profession or fame.