Taylor Swift represents a significant force in political campaigns, particularly for the Democratic Party. Her potential endorsement for Kamala Harris could shift public sentiment, especially among younger voters, given her status as a cultural phenomenon. The importance of celebrity support is underscored, noting that while celebrities typically align with Democrats, their actual impact on grassroots voter engagement varies. Swift's involvement could be especially potent in light of pressing social issues like abortion, suggesting that her influence may be pivotal in a close election scenario.
Kara and Scott discuss Kamala Harris's poll numbers in the face of GOP attacks, Biden's farewell speech, and what Taylor Swift will do about it all. Then, tech stocks tumble after underwhelming earnings reports from Tesla and Alphabet. Then we’re joined by our Friend of Pivot, Dr. Anthony Fauci, to talk about his new memoir, “On Call: A Doctor’s Journey in Public Service.”
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