A gay OnlyFans content creator has made headlines after claiming he was approached by a left-wing agency with an offer to produce an anti-Donald Trump video for a Democrat super PAC. Michael Doherty, 22, who frequently posts explicit content on OnlyFans and more family-friendly LGBT-related posts on Instagram, revealed that he refuses to “whore out” his values or “sell out for Kamala Harris.”
Surprising Solicitation
Despite his conservative leanings, Doherty was contacted by Palette MGMT, an influencer marketing firm representing Future Forward, the largest Democrat super PAC currently in operation. The offer came via a message from senior marketing coordinator Fernanda Oliveira Araujo on July 26, proposing $1,500 for a TikTok video that would portray Trump negatively.
The Proposal
The message read: “Hi Michael, I hope you’re doing well! I’m reaching out on behalf of one of Palette’s partners with an exciting paid offer to create and post anti-Trump content on TikTok.” The suggested video idea included asking voters if provided quotes were from “Trump or my racist uncle at Thanksgiving,” with strict instructions to avoid showing any form of support for Trump or his allies.
Doherty’s Response
Doherty, who describes himself as conservative-leaning and often showcases his patriotic side on OnlyFans, was taken aback by the request. “When this agency reached out to me, I was shocked,” he told the New York Post. “For one, I can’t believe the ‘when-we-go-low-they-go-high’ liberals would pay people to talk trash about Trump… Secondly, I can’t believe this agency would be so dumb as to not Google me.”
He added, “Just because I do OnlyFans, doesn’t mean I whore out my values. I would never sell out for Kamala Harris.”
Future Forward’s Intentions
Future Forward, which has secured $150 million in pledges from donors following President Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the presidential race, is clearly eager to influence the upcoming election. Their aim, according to Palette MGMT, is to remind the new generation of 18 to 24-year-old voters of the reality of a Trump presidency.
Standing Firm
Doherty’s refusal to participate in the campaign highlights the complex intersection of personal values and professional opportunities in the world of social media influencers. Despite the lucrative offer, Doherty chose to stand by his principles, stating, “I would never sell out for Kamala Harris.”
This incident sheds light on the strategies employed by political groups to sway public opinion and the ethical dilemmas faced by influencers in the digital age.