In Defense of Taylor Swift

Ever since Taylor Swift began to speak out about her social and political beliefs, she has received backlash from both the political left and the political right. Taylor's recent stance in support of the US federal Equality Act is a good example of this. Left-wing people are unhappy about her not promoting so-called community activists, while right-wing people, who believe the act contains provisions they cannot accept, have called her irresponsible.

On a level, I think it's actually brave of Taylor to do what she is doing. She's already a very successful artist, and she really doesn't need the backlash. I guess she wants to see change on certain issues, and she's certainly entitled to her views. Besides, taking a stance is always braver than not doing so.

People should remember that, Taylor Swift is entitled to her free speech rights, to support what she wants, and to do it how she wants to do it. Being a celebrity shouldn't take that away from anyone.