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Friday’s American Agenda panel revealed something every patriot already suspects: entertainers like Taylor Swift now tower over actual public servants in popularity and cultural influence, and that’s dangerous for the Republic. Colette’s blunt assessment that Swift is “way more popular than politicians” is no mere TV soundbite — it reflects a disturbing shift where celebrity clout can bend civic life more than elected responsibility.
Swift herself has leaned into influence, urging fans to register and vote and publicly aligning with high-profile candidates, a move that sent shockwaves through partisan polling and voter-registration sites. Her ability to move young people to action was measurable long before any cable debate, and conservatives should be alarmed that cultural idols now substitute for robust political argument.
Let’s be clear: career longevity in show business is admirable, but it’s not the same as governing with constitutional fidelity and respect for the rule of law. When entertainers tout “longevity” as something to emulate in politics, they normalize celebrity as the chief credential for leadership, and that’s how we end up with soundbites and spin machines running our public life. The American people deserve leaders chosen for judgment and courage, not Instagram clout.
The partisan fallout has been real — recent polls show Swift’s favorability cratered among Republicans after she took sides, underscoring that when celebrities wade into politics they don’t unify so much as polarize. Conservatives shouldn’t react with cheap attacks or envy; we should respond strategically by reclaiming the conversation with real solutions and clear, principled messaging to young voters. Attacking the messenger won’t win hearts; offering hope and competence will.
Meanwhile the mainstream media keeps fawning over pop stars while excusing political failures and ethical lapses in public office, a double standard that stokes public cynicism. It’s no accident that attention flows to whoever drives the trending topic, and the result is a shallow political culture where virtue-signaling outshines virtue. If we want a republic that lasts, we must insist on seriousness, accountability, and real accomplishments.
Conservatives should not demonize popular culture, but we must refuse to worship it as a substitute for citizenship. Engage the kids, compete on substance, and show them how freedom, family, and faith produce real, lasting careers in service to country — not just chart-topping albums. That’s how you win respect and rebuild a culture that values leaders, not celebrities.
Hardworking Americans know the stakes: our institutions need stewards, not superstars. Let’s fight to restore common sense to public life, hold our officials accountable, and remind our fellow citizens that patriotism and prudence matter more than a trending hashtag.
