James Comey Urges Kindness and Inspiration from Taylor Swift

Former FBI Director James Comey has called on his liberal supporters to embrace kindness and positivity, drawing inspiration from pop icon Taylor Swift. In a video message shared on Substack on March 10, 2024, Comey emphasized the importance of rising above negativity and focusing on decency in a politically charged environment.

Comey’s remarks come as he reflects on the current political landscape, particularly the rhetoric surrounding Donald Trump. He urged his followers to avoid emulating what he described as the “coarseness and ugliness” prevalent in some segments of the Republican Party. “I don’t want us to become like Trump and his followers,” Comey stated. “There are far more decent, honest, kind people in America than there are mean jerks.”

In his address, Comey noted that many Americans do not support Trump when they see him up close, a sentiment he believes is causing concern within the Republican Party as they approach the upcoming election year. The former FBI director expressed his admiration for Swift, whom he referred to as a “truly inspirational public figure.” He shared that her music serves as a source of comfort during mundane tasks like yard work.

Swift’s Wisdom and Personal Reflections

Comey highlighted a recent podcast featuring Swift alongside her boyfriend, Travis Kelce, and his brother, where she discussed dealing with online negativity. He quoted her advice to view one’s energy as a luxury item, suggesting that not everyone deserves access to it. “Think of your energy as if it’s expensive,” he recalled Swift saying. “Not everyone can afford it.”

Reflecting on his personal experiences, Comey recounted attending his first Swift concert 15 years ago and participating in a family group chat dedicated to her music. He expressed how her lyrics, particularly those about happiness, resonate deeply with him. At a concert he attended in Hartford, Connecticut, he recalled Swift addressing negativity directly, singing, “But the cycle ends right now, ‘Cause you can’t lead me down that road.”

Comey concluded his message with gratitude towards Swift, asserting that nobody should allow negativity to dictate their happiness. “That’s right, because down that road is unhappiness. Nobody should have that power over us. Thank you, Taylor Swift,” he stated, reinforcing the importance of maintaining personal peace in challenging times.

This combination of political commentary and personal reflection illustrates Comey’s desire to promote a more compassionate discourse, inspired by the messages found in Swift’s music.