The Rest Is Politics: US

156. Trump vs Bad Bunny: How The Super Bowl Could Cost MAGA

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Feb 9, 2026
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David McCloskey
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Cultural Joy, Not Political Protest

  • Bad Bunny's Super Bowl halftime was a celebration of Puerto Rican and Hispanic culture rather than overt politics.
  • Katty Kay argues the joyful cultural display communicated inclusion more powerfully than explicit political statements.

Outrage Reflects Demographic Anxiety

  • MAGA criticism centered on language and presence rather than explicit content, reflecting demographic anxiety.
  • David McCloskey and Katty Kay suggest the outrage signals fear about America's changing demographics.

Audience Size Beats Political Optics

  • Bad Bunny drew roughly 133 million viewers while Turning Point's alternative show lagged far behind.
  • David McCloskey emphasizes sheer audience numbers as the NFL's likely business rationale for the booking.
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