A policy-focused TikTok improved opinions of Kamala Harris, but trendier campaign clips did not, experiment finds

USASocial CommerceTikTok MarketingSocial Media InfluencersPolitical MarketingPsyPost · October 31, 2026 at 10:31 PM
A policy-focused TikTok improved opinions of Kamala Harris, but trendier campaign clips did not, experiment finds

A recent experiment found that a policy-focused TikTok campaign improved opinions of Kamala Harris, but trendier campaign clips did not. The study suggests that the type of content used in social media campaigns can have a significant impact on how users perceive political figures. The experiment was conducted to understand the effectiveness of different types of content on TikTok in shaping public opinion.

This finding has implications for social commerce, particularly in the realm of influencer marketing and political campaigns. It highlights the importance of using authentic and policy-focused content to build trust and credibility with audiences. As social media platforms like TikTok continue to play a major role in shaping public opinion, understanding the impact of different types of content on user perceptions will be crucial for businesses and political campaigns alike.

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