Entertainment|WrittenByLAPost
Taylor Swift’s recent “Eras” tour stop, where she showed up to support her boyfriend at an NFL football game, has highlighted the intense devotion of modern fandom. Her appearance also illustrated how that kind of tribal loyalty is shaping politics, including the enduring support for former President Donald Trump. The passion of mega fans, once considered frivolous, is proving to be an increasingly powerful force that drives culture, economics and even extremism. Swift’s stadium concert tour is estimated to inject millions into local economies. Trump’s unwavering base continues to embrace the former president despite his 2020 loss and legal woes.
October 13, 2023