Girlfriend
  • News
  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life and Advice
  • Entertainment
  • Role Model Search
  • Dolly Doctor
  • Video
Girlfriend
  • News
  • Beauty
  • Fashion
  • Life and Advice
  • Entertainment
  • Role Model Search
  • Dolly Doctor
  • Video
  1. Home
  2. News

Taylor Swift breaks her silence about politics and it's about damn time

Hear what she has to say. - by Nikki B
  • 09 Oct 2018
Taylor Swift breaks her silence about politics and it's about damn time

For many years now, Taylor Swift has kept her mouth SHUT about politics.

It's come with a lot of criticism from people who have pushed her to encourage her millions of young, impressionable fans to vote... and now, it's finally come to her attention.

Taylor has decided to open up about her political stance, and it's with a huge sigh of relief from many fans.

Posting a lengthy message about politics on Instagram last night, Taylor encouraged her 112+ million followers to register to vote in the midterm elections, and also publicly denounced Republican Senate candidate Marsha Blackburn, revealing that she’ll be voting for Phil Bredesen for Senate and Jim Cooper for House of Representatives.

taylorswift View Profile
223.8k likes - View Post on Instagram
I'm writing this post about the upcoming midterm elections on November 6th, in which I'll be voting in the state of Tennessee. In the past I've been reluctant to publicly voice my political opinions, but due to several events in my life and in the world in the past two years, I feel very differently about that now. I always have and always will cast my vote based on which candidate will protect and fight for the human rights I believe we all deserve in this country. I believe in the fight for LGBTQ rights, and that any form of discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender is WRONG. I believe that the systemic racism we still see in this country towards people of color is terrifying, sickening and prevalent. I cannot vote for someone who will not be willing to fight for dignity for ALL Americans, no matter their skin color, gender or who they love. Running for Senate in the state of Tennessee is a woman named Marsha Blackburn. As much as I have in the past and would like to continue voting for women in office, I cannot support Marsha Blackburn. Her voting record in Congress appalls and terrifies me. She voted against equal pay for women. She voted against the Reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, which attempts to protect women from domestic violence, stalking, and date rape. She believes businesses have a right to refuse service to gay couples. She also believes they should not have the right to marry. These are not MY Tennessee values. I will be voting for Phil Bredesen for Senate and Jim Cooper for House of Representatives. Please, please educate yourself on the candidates running in your state and vote based on who most closely represents your values. For a lot of us, we may never find a candidate or party with whom we agree 100% on every issue, but we have to vote anyway. So many intelligent, thoughtful, self-possessed people have turned 18 in the past two years and now have the right and privilege to make their vote count. But first you need to register, which is quick and easy to do. October 9th is the LAST DAY to register to vote in the state of TN. Go to vote.org and you can find all the info. Happy Voting! 🗳😃🌈

"I’m writing this post about the upcoming midterm elections on November 6th, in which I’ll be voting in the state of Tennessee," she begins. "In the past I’ve been reluctant to publicly voice my political opinions, but due to several events in my life and in the world in the past two years, I feel very differently about that now. I always have and always will cast my vote based on which candidate will protect and fight for the human rights I believe we all deserve in this country. I believe in the fight for LGBTQ rights, and that any form of discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender is WRONG. I believe that the systemic racism we still see in this country towards people of color is terrifying, sickening and prevalent."

In August 2017, Taylor went to trial to fight (and win) against a radio DJ who sexually assaulted her.

Here is the rest of her message:

"I cannot vote for someone who will not be willing to fight for dignity for ALL Americans, no matter their skin color, gender or who they love. Running for Senate in the state of Tennessee is a woman named Marsha Blackburn. As much as I have in the past and would like to continue voting for women in office, I cannot support Marsha Blackburn. Her voting record in Congress appalls and terrifies me.

"She voted against equal pay for women. She voted against the Reauthorization of the Violence Against Women Act, which attempts to protect women from domestic violence, stalking, and date rape. She believes businesses have a right to refuse service to gay couples. She also believes they should not have the right to marry. These are not MY Tennessee values. I will be voting for Phil Bredesen for Senate and Jim Cooper for House of Representatives. Please, please educate yourself on the candidates running in your state and vote based on who most closely represents your values. For a lot of us, we may never find a candidate or party with whom we agree 100% on every issue, but we have to vote anyway.

"So many intelligent, thoughtful, self-possessed people have turned 18 in the past two years and now have the right and privilege to make their vote count. But first you need to register, which is quick and easy to do. October 9th is the LAST DAY to register to vote in the state of TN. Go to vote.org and you can find all the info. Happy Voting!"

  • News
  • Taylor Swift
Nikki B
Nikki B
Nikki is obsessed with all things celebrity and dreams she is a long-lost Kardashian. You'll find her binging Netflix's latest 'must-watch' show with a jar of Nutella by her side.

Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35% -

Subscribe Now
Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35%

Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35% -

Subscribe Now
Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35%

Recommended to you

Sophie Monk drops another epic Love Island trailer
Watch 1:00

Sophie Monk drops another epic Love Island trailer

{headline}

{headline}

Republican Swifties are now burning their merch after her major political announcement

Republican Swifties are now burning their merch after her major political announcement

Taylor Swift makes emotional LGBTQ speech for pride month

Taylor Swift makes emotional LGBTQ speech for pride month

Donald Trump has dissed Taylor Swift after she FINALLY speaks about her political stance

Donald Trump has dissed Taylor Swift after she FINALLY speaks about her political stance

Taylor Swift kicks off pride month with touching LGBTQ speech

Taylor Swift kicks off pride month with touching LGBTQ speech

{headline}

{headline}

Taylor Swift wears bisexual bracelet and fans are freaking the hell out

Taylor Swift wears bisexual bracelet and fans are freaking the hell out

Katy Perry has an opinion about Taylor Swift's recent political stance

Katy Perry has an opinion about Taylor Swift's recent political stance

Taylor Swift is releasing new music so Aries' season wins

Taylor Swift is releasing new music so Aries' season wins

{headline}

{headline}

She'd marry him with paper rings! Taylor Swift is reportedly engaged

She'd marry him with paper rings! Taylor Swift is reportedly engaged

Jake Gyllenhaal has *finally* responded to the Taylor Swift saga

Jake Gyllenhaal has *finally* responded to the Taylor Swift saga

Fans Are Convinced Taylor Swift's Christmas Tree Farm Re-Release Is Hinting Towards Something Else

Fans Are Convinced Taylor Swift's Christmas Tree Farm Re-Release Is Hinting Towards Something Else

Taylor Swift Has Broken A *Major* Music Record And Her Reaction Is Adorable

Taylor Swift Has Broken A *Major* Music Record And Her Reaction Is Adorable

The Age Of Hating Taylor Swift For Fun Is Over

The Age Of Hating Taylor Swift For Fun Is Over

You’ll Never Believe Who Sadie Sink *Might* Be Dating

You’ll Never Believe Who Sadie Sink *Might* Be Dating

All The Easter Eggs Taylor Swift Hid In The I Bet You Think About Me Video

All The Easter Eggs Taylor Swift Hid In The I Bet You Think About Me Video

Girlfriend
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Terms
  • Privacy Policy
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Terms
  • Privacy Policy

Brands

  • New Idea
  • Practical Parenting
  • That’s Life
  • Who

Our Network

  • Better Homes and Gardens
  • BHG Shop
  • marie claire
  • Beauty Crew
  • New Idea food
  • Home Beautiful
  • All Recipes
  • 7plus
  • 7News
  • Sunrise
  • Starts at 60
  • The West Australian
  • Perth Now
  • 7mate
  • 7Sport
  • Hard to Find
© 2022 Are Media PTY LTD
All products are independently selected, tested or recommended by our team of experts.If you buy something, we may earn an affiliate commission.
Get more from Girlfriend

Magazine Subscription Offer

Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35% -

Shop This Offer
Subscribe to our sister mag and save up to 35%