Internet Reacts to St. Vincent’s Endorsement of Kamala Harris: “Your Irish Catholic Grandmother Wouldn’t Vote for Abortion”

St. Vincent Endorses Kamala Harris Ahead of 2024 Elections

Grammy Award-winning artist St. Vincent, born Anne Erin Clark, publicly endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris just days before the pivotal 2024 U.S. elections scheduled for November 5. Her endorsement came on November 1, coinciding with her whimsical Halloween post on Instagram.

Halloween Costume with a Message

On Halloween, St. Vincent delighted her followers by dressing as her “Irish Catholic grandmother,”featuring a curly black wig, thick cat-eye glasses, and a black-and-white sweater, complete with a cigarette for flair. In her Instagram caption, she urged her audience to support Kamala Harris:

“Happy Halloween. My costume is my Irish catholic grandmother. Go vote for @kamalaharris, Americans. My grandmother would have. She wouldn’t have stood for all this damn disrespect.”

The post provoked a range of reactions from netizens. While many applauded her for voicing support for the Democratic candidate, others criticized her stance, with some questioning the alignment of her grandmother’s values with modern political issues.

Reactions to St. Vincent's Instagram post (image via Instagram/@st_vincent) — Netizen reactions to St. Vincent’s Halloween post (Image via Instagram/@st_vincent)

A Divided Online Community

Responses on social media revealed a split opinion among followers. One comment highlighted the potential inconsistency between St. Vincent’s portrayal of her grandmother and her political endorsement, reminding her of traditional views held by many in that demographic. In contrast, other supporters commended her for making her voice heard during a significant electoral moment.

Further reactions on St. Vincent's Instagram post (Image via Instagram/@st_vincent) — Additional reactions to St. Vincent’s Instagram post (Image via Instagram/@st_vincent)

The discussion around St. Vincent’s endorsement isn’t isolated; it forms part of a broader trend where numerous celebrities have rallied behind Kamala Harris, including notable figures like Megan Thee Stallion, Jennifer Lopez, John Legend, and Taylor Swift. Interestingly, even Sexyy Red, who previously showed support for Donald Trump, has shifted her allegiance to Harris.

Discovering St. Vincent: A Brief Overview of Her Career

St. Vincent performing on Austin City Limits (Image via Getty) — St. Vincent at “Austin City Limits” (Image via Getty)

St. Vincent, a multi-talented musician and songwriter, is celebrated for her innovative guitar style and unique compositions. In 2023, she was recognized as the 26th greatest guitarist of all time, showcasing her exceptional skill.

After her beginnings with bands like The Polyphonic Spree and Sufjan Stevens, she launched her solo career in 2006. Her debut album, Marry Me, released in 2007, achieved moderate success, selling 30,000 units by 2009. This marked the beginning of a remarkable trajectory.

Subsequent albums, including Actor and Strange Mercy, further solidified her standing in the music industry, with Strange Mercy peaking at #19 on the U.S. Billboard 200 chart. Her later works, including St. Vincent (2014) and Masseducation (2017), demonstrated her continued evolution as an artist.

Her most recent album, All Born Screaming, was launched on April 26, 2024, under her label, Total Pleasure Records, with a Spanish version expected to debut on November 15, 2024.

Beyond her solo efforts, St. Vincent has made significant contributions to other artists’ works, producing Sleater-Kinney’s The Center Won’t Hold in 2019 and collaborating with Taylor Swift on the hit song Cruel Summer. Her versatility extends into filmmaking, where she directed a segment of the horror anthology film XX (2017) and co-wrote the thriller The Nowhere Inn (2020).

Throughout her career, St. Vincent has garnered critical acclaim, winning three Grammy Awards for Best Alternative Music Album, including for her self-titled work and Masseducation.

Stay updated with the latest developments regarding St. Vincent, Kamala Harris, and the upcoming elections to understand how public figures are shaping political discourse.

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