Taylor Swift fans raise impressive amount of funds for Kamala Harris even without singer's endorsement
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Taylor Swift’s fanbase, known for their fierce dedication, has rallied behind Vice President Kamala Harris in a major way, raising over $120,000 during a virtual event on Tuesday, August 27, night.
Despite Swift not formally endorsing any candidate for the 2024 election, her fans have channeled their energy into fundraising for Harris and her running mate, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz, with total contributions, including the event, exceeding $140,000, TMZ reported.
Swifties for Kamala Harris raise over $120K without Taylor Swift’s endorsement
The Swifties for Kamala Coalition kicked off earlier this week with a virtual event aimed at raising funds for Harris' campaign. The rally featured appearances from notable figures, including Carole King and Senators Elizabeth Warren and Kirsten Gillibrand, who participated to support the cause.
The online rally saw participation from over 34,000 fans. King, who has a longstanding relationship with Swift, added a personal touch by performing the chorus of Swift’s hit song, 'Shake It Off' while praising Swift as her "musical and songwriting granddaughter."
Though Swift herself did not make an appearance at the rally, her influence was felt throughout the event. Senator Warren shared her admiration for Swift's music, highlighting 'Karma' and 'All Too Well (10-Minute Version) (Taylor’s Version)' as her personal favorites.
Warren also took the opportunity to criticize Ticketmaster, a company that has faced the wrath of Swifties following the chaotic handling of ticket sales for Swift’s 'Eras Tour' in 2022.
Meanwhile, Swift was reportedly at her Rhode Island home, spending time with A-list friends including Channing Tatum, Blake Lively, Ryan Reynolds, and her boyfriend, NFL star Travis Kelce.
I spoke to @vmagazine about why I’ll be voting for Joe Biden for president. So apt that it’s come out on the night of the VP debate. Gonna be watching and supporting @KamalaHarris by yelling at the tv a lot. And I also have custom cookies 🍪💪😘
— Taylor Swift (@taylorswift13) October 7, 2020
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Swift, who endorsed President Joe Biden in the 2020 election, is yet to declare her support for a 2024 candidate, fueling speculation and even prompting Donald Trump to release AI-generated ads aimed at winning over her fanbase.
Internet abuzz as Taylor Swift fans raised over $120K for Kamala Harris
Taylor Swift's fanbase has once again demonstrated its influence, this time in the political arena. Despite the pop superstar not formally endorsing any presidential candidate, her fans have managed to raise over $120,000 for Vice President Kamala Harris' campaign during a virtual rally. The event, which attracted widespread attention online, has sparked a range of reactions from supporters and critics alike.
On Facebook, one enthusiastic fan commented, "Wonderful news! She and Beyoncé will definitely help to get the young women voters out to vote!!" Another added, "I love it!!! This young woman stands on beliefs. This is their world we messed up. Have at it and do your thing young people."
Others praised the collective energy of the Swifties, with one person simply stating, "Love that energy."
However, not all responses were positive. Some expressed disappointment with the fundraising effort, with one social media user commenting, "Well, even Taylor can make a mistake. She just made a BIG ONE!!!!" Another shared, "Strange, I thought Taylor was a wise woman."
One individual commented, "Taylor has already won this round. She told her fans to get out and vote (just vote, not telling them who to vote for) and literally thousands of people registered to vote soon after."
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