An article by Newsweek journalist John Mac Ghlionn has caused a stir
RTE star Miriam O’Callaghan has slammed an "outrageous" article about Taylor Swift "not being a good role model" because she’s had too many relationships.
READ MORE: RTE star Miriam O'Callaghan emotional as she welcomes home son after almost two years apartPrimeTime host Miriam was among the many who slammed the story, writing on her social media: "This is mind boggling. "But, I suggest, it’s crucial to consider what kind of example this sets for young girls. A role model, by definition, is someone worthy of imitation.
"Should we encourage young girls to see the 'Swift standard' as the norm, something to aspire to? Or should we be promoting something a little more, shall we say, wholesome? "One of the most powerful women in the world who promotes friendship and positivity amongst her fans, can single-handedly encourage a significant percentage of the younger generation to register to vote, and is known to quietly donate huge sums of money to food banks in the cities she tours in.
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