Could Taylor Swift stop the rise of the far-right in Europe?

As the June European election approaches, anxiety among the continent's leaders is on the rise, and with good reason. In Germany, the AfD consistently polls above 20%, and Marine Le Pen's National Rally in France continues to gain momentum — both a continuation of a trend seen in a number of member states. In what appears to be a desperate last-minute appeal, Margaritis Schinas, Vice President of the European Union, has thrown his support behind the notion of enlisting pop star Taylor Swift to raise awareness about the upcoming election. The endorsement comes amid warnings that the parliament …

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