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The "ME!" singer kicked off Pride Month with an open letter to her own senator, as well as a Change.org petition and a rainbow-clad call for action at Wango Tango.
Taylor Swift continues her aggressive push into political activism, this time calling for her followers to pen letters to their senators in support of the LGBTQ Equality Act ... and it's working.
The "ME!" singer kicked off Pride Month with an open letter written to her own senator from the state of Tennessee, as well as a rainbow ensemble for her Wango Tango concert appearance. While on-stage, she brought attention to a Change.org petition she created to put pressure on senators to pass the Equality Act. The bill has already passed the House.
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View Story"It's wonderful to be spending this particular evening with you because today is the first day of Pride Month!" Swift told the Wango Tango crowd. "A lot of my songs are about love, and [no matter] who you love, how you identify, you should be able to live your life however you want to live your life, and you should have the same exact rights as everybody else."
Taylor kicking out all the homophobes @taylorswift13 #wangotango2019 #TS7 #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/TmyFDDttwh
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Swift's petition was launched two days ago with a stated goal of 150,000 signatures. At the time of this writing, she is more than halfway to her goal with nearly 85,000 signatures.
The Equality Act assures civil rights to the LGBTQ community in employment, housing, loan applications, education, public accommodations and more by prohibiting discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identity.
While Swift's petition seeks to put pressure on the Senate by showing how many voices are in favor of the Equality Act, it's her push for actual letters to be written that's even more remarkable.
One of the most challenging things in this country is to get young people involved in politics. They have all the passion in the world about the issues and their leaders, but they rarely show up at the polls in significant enough numbers to have their voices be truly represented.
Thus, it's remarkable how many people Swift has encouraged to put pen to paper -- or fingers to keyboard -- and write a personal letter to their own state senators urging them to pass the Equality Act. While the bill passed the Democratic-led House of Representatives, it is expected to face strong opposition in a Republican-led Senate.
Swift is hoping that her open letter, petition and call for action among her followers is enough to make a difference and have them hear the will of the people. Check out some of the enthusiastic responses she got to her letter below, as well as some of the letters she inspired her fans to write:
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View StoryNothing but respect for MY president #LetterToMySenator pic.twitter.com/kxyDb0UGr2
@Rush_Hour1
I don't often get inspired but DAMN. Look what you made me do. 🌈🌈🌈 #LetterToMySenator pic.twitter.com/fGF8gJPoo5
@swiftfanatic13
#lettertomysenator Imma keep doing this everyday cuz my senators like to ignore me and I got time 💅🏻 pic.twitter.com/ecQEf59YNy
@sparks_smxth
My letter is complete!!! Just have to mail it!💕💗✨🙌🏻🦋🎶🌈 Thank you inspiring so many ALWAYS @taylorswift13 love u!💕 #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/98mgSV8HOV
@13buzza
I'm a lesbian and what @taylorswift13 is doing is so important. I signed the petition right away and I'm working on my #lettertomysenator. Make sure you sign the petition as well and share the link! Support the LGTBQ! 🏳️🌈 @taylornation13 pic.twitter.com/jIND4IPHrb
@NewYearsTay
Look what taylor made me do!! @taylornation13 @taylorswift13 🌈🌈🌈 #LetterToMySenator pic.twitter.com/PGb398warA
@swiftfanatic13
I signed the petition and I wrote a letter to my senator!! Love is Love and Equality is for all 🌈💗 #LetterToMySenator #TSwangotango pic.twitter.com/nNsrSLUJFT
@PetermanAudrey
In honor or PRIDE MONTH🌈 I have followed @taylorswift13 in writing a letter to my Senator explaining the need for protection for LGBTQ individuals. It's a small thing we can all do to support our fellow brothers and sisters. I encourage you all to join us!!! #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/ZwTWzkXNRh
@Laur_2319
Thank U Taylor 4 using your voice & supporting the LGBTQ 🏳️🌈 community & INSPIRING us 2 make a POSITIVE MOVE toward CHANGE by using our VOICES on IMPORTANT ISSUES impacting our nation 2DAY❣️Thank U 4 INSPIRING me 2 write letters 2 my GA Senators❣️@taylorswift13 #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/gSCFXNtXRX
@13_Crazy4Tay
Happy Pride Month! Today I wrote a letter to my senator to pass the Equality Act. This Act will prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation and gender identity in employment, housing, and a lot more. I encourage you all to also write a letter. #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/u7XYvk41R0
@REAL_Cey_zar
. @SenRubioPress You have the power to enact positive change. Please listen to me and the people of Florida and support the Equality Act when it comes before the Senate. #lettertomysenator #floridasupportsequality pic.twitter.com/IxsIhc5EmC
@notthatkbell
YESSSSS ABIGAIL #LetterToMySenator pic.twitter.com/msGXfJtgby
@onemuslimgal
“The feeling that rushes through your body when you're 2,000 miles from home to see an artist who you've invested in for over 13 years then stands up for you and your basic human right to love is inconceivable.” @taylorswift13 @taylornation13 #LetterToMySenator #WangoTango pic.twitter.com/fPvXCNSRGG
@TTWAKyle
i've already sent this #lettertomysenator to @JohnCornyn and @tedcruz, but i want everyone to be aware of the Equality Act that will be presented to vote on in the senate in the coming months. please take time to read this and @taylorswift13's pinned tweet and sign her petition pic.twitter.com/DgVfaCowGn
@jackmoonbeam
It's way past my bedtime, but I was so moved by Taylor's letter to her senator that I had to pick up my own pen too!!🖊📃📨 I feel so empowered because of you @taylorswift13. Thanks for inspiring SO many people ❤️🌈💪🏻 #LetterToMySenator @robportman pic.twitter.com/GA53a6ATgB
@HayleyGeronimo
I did it. I wrote one. 🌈🌈🌈🌈 @taylorswift13 #lettertomysenator pic.twitter.com/u2ebgvEwo9
@nat_ts13
Because you can want who you want. Boys and Boys. Girls and Girls. #letterToMysenator @taylornation13 @taylorswift13 pic.twitter.com/yAngEJujFC
@onemuslimgal
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