Laura Ingraham Mocks Taylor Swift for Supporting Democrat Phil Bredesen | THR News

Laura Ingraham Mocks Taylor Swift for Supporting Democrat Phil Bredesen | THR News

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Laura Ingraham mocked Taylor Swift on Twitter for her political endorsements during the 2018 midterm elections, where Democrats gained control of the House but Republicans strengthened their hold on the Senate. Swift, who had been politically silent, endorsed Democrat candidates, including Jim Cooper, who was re-elected. Her political involvement received widespread attention.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the context of Laura Ingraham's tweet involving Taylor Swift?

She praised Taylor Swift for her music.

She criticized Taylor Swift's political endorsement.

She announced a collaboration with Taylor Swift.

She discussed Taylor Swift's fashion choices.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which song by Taylor Swift was referenced in Laura Ingraham's tweet?

'Love Story'

'You Belong with Me'

'Shake it Off'

'Blank Space'

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome for the House of Representatives in the 2018 midterm elections?

Republicans maintained control.

Democrats gained control.

Democrats lost control.

Republicans gained control.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which political figure did Taylor Swift endorse for the House of Representatives?

Laura Ingraham

Marsha Blackburn

Phil Bredesen

Jim Cooper

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How was Taylor Swift's decision to speak out on political issues received?

It was largely ignored.

It received widespread criticism.

It was met with widespread praise.

It led to a decline in her popularity.