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A recent op-ed from CNN highlighted that "finally everyone can say bad things about Taylor Swift," suggesting that her earlier protected status as an untouchable pop icon is waning. Her once unassailable reputation is now being challenged publicly, with some noting that her recent album and public appearances seem to reflect a desperation to stay relevant rather than authentic artistry.
Conservative commentators, who once defended her in the face of criticism—particularly when she was targeted by then-President Trump—are now turning more openly against her. This shift seems to be driven by her waning "cool factor" and a perception of her trying too hard to stay in the spotlight.