“Dee, don’t you want to use your popularity for a good cause?”
This week has been…interesting. No matter how you voted last week, you’ve probably had at least one conversation about it and what could happen. So many of us are talking about politics at home, work, and of course, on Facebook so we asked – should bloggers talk about current events? Here are some of the responses we had…
@BonjourBlogger I enjoy an occasional post with a political slant, though I would probably unfollow an account if they proved to be not in
— RainbowSequin (@StarlingOne) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger But can also be a big plus. I LOVED @veronicadearly ‘s Brexit stuff. Made me love her even more!
— RainbowSequin (@StarlingOne) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger I’m all for it! Bloggers shouldn’t be afraid to talk about their views though it could mean they turn off some readers
— Kerry Cooks (@kerrycooksblog) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger No problem with it, many bloggers are influencers and should share their views/thoughts.
— Frankie goes to… (@frankiegoesto__) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger I’d find it interesting & better than all the biased/sponsored/bribery posts out there that don’t provide honest editorial
— Camilla Bevington (@FlamingoMonroe) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger Great piece. Nice to see some honest content from a blogger that doesn’t scream “I got this for free & therefore I like it”
— Camilla Bevington (@FlamingoMonroe) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger Exactly! Makes it a refreshing read! I’m over seeing instafame-wannabes & bribery posts. More informative influencers please
— Camilla Bevington (@FlamingoMonroe) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger @StarlingOne was really worried about getting political, but been overwhelmingly +be experience for me & brand.
— Veronica Dearly (@veronicadearly) June 29, 2016
Veronica Dearly (make sure to check her site out for excellent items like the pin in our image!)
@BonjourBlogger if relevant yes (I.e if you’ve got an etsy store and you ship worldwide) otherwise no. Social media is a better forum for it
— Luchia (@LuchiaUK) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger It depends on niche, if general lifestyle then fair enough, but say they are strictly food, then just not needed.
— Elaine Croft (@AHintofWhite) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger This to me is just another way to better connect with the person behind the keyboard so on that basis I’m all for it!! 👌🏻
— Matt Rubas (@mattrubas) June 29, 2016
Matt Rubas
@BonjourBlogger I’m always interested in people’s political opinions, so it’s nice hearing from bloggers with similar interests too.
— lucy duckett (@ohhelloface) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger Absolutely, it’s their damn blog! Arguably any niche from family to food could be affected by political events…
— Charlie Swift (@_CharlieSwift) June 29, 2016
@BonjourBlogger I think it’s right for bloggers to share their views of they’re passionate about something! Good for the reader to know…
— Saints on a Plane (@SaintsOnAPlane) June 30, 2016
@BonjourBlogger … if they’re following a secret trump supporter 😂
We wrote a post on it: https://t.co/KKFKND0z3m— Saints on a Plane (@SaintsOnAPlane) June 30, 2016
This post was inspired by Carrie at WishWishWish’s post – Carrie talks about what she thinks about it all in a way that fits in really well. We also saw a post by Hannah Gale which was really thoughtful on the topic. One of the positive things that has come out of the referendum is that people are more willing to talk about politics, because like it or not, it affects us all and by talking about it, we can learn new viewpoints, educate ourselves on what is happening in the world around us and figure out what we need from politicians and parties. The most important thing to remember is…well, you’ve seen the image above ;)
What do you guys think? Keep your thoughts to yourself, or open up the discussion?
I think yes. Firstly, it’s their blog so they should be able to talk about whatever they like (I know I do, and my “niche” is sewing). Secondly, regardless of your view, leaving the EU is A BIG DEAL. It will affect all of us in so many different ways, it’s unlikely ever to not be relevant. Thirdly, the lack of conversation is what made some (not all) people vote from a completely uneducated perspective. I think political conversation should be encouraged. If a reader doesn’t like the views expressed, they can always skip on to the next post.