Politics
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There’s Privilege in Protecting Kanye’s Politics
“Humoring Kanye’s political rhetoric doesn’t just reflect a lack of education and disenchantment with electoral politics, but the luxury to be apathetic.”
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Akon on Living in Trump’s America: “I Feel Very Uncomfortable”
Akon’s discomfort echoes a national sentiment and has the potential to be a potent call to action.
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Royce da 5’9″ on Arming Teachers with Guns: “That’s a Fukin Horrible Idea”
We agree. Your move, Washington.
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Nas Calls President Trump a ‘Racist’ in Powerful Open Letter
“We all know a racist is in office.”
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Drake (Kind Of) Breaks Political Silence on Trump: “F*ck That Man”
In an impassioned, moving speech, Drizzy reminds his fans that no one man will tear this world apart.
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“Uber Everywhere” Rapper Madeintyo is Done With Uber
The Atlanta buzzmaker pledged his loyalty to Uber’s chief rival Lyft.
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It’s Finally Time for Drake to Get Political
He’s dedicated his career to avoiding it, but Drake has a responsibility to use his fame and influence for good.
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Obama Loves Drake, Thinks Kendrick Lamar & Chance The Rapper are “Breaking New Ground”
“Those guys are doing just amazing work and they’re wonderful young men.”
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Kehlani: All Artists Should “Refuse to Sing That Anthem Sh*t”
During a recent interview, Kehlani explained her thoughts on Colin Kaepernick’s continuing protest.
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The Secret Service is Trying to Censor YG for “F*ck Donald Trump”
Anyone who thinks YG is lying about being visited by the Secret Service obviously don’t know the government’s long history of censoring rap music.
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Donald Trump’s Playing “Jump Around,” Using White Rappers to Seem “Down With Hip-Hop”
Everlast blasts Trump for playing “Jump Around” at rallies: “If I met Donald Trump, I’d punch him in his f*cking face.”
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F*ck Trump: Hip-Hop Rallies Against the Donald
From Mac Miller to J. Cole and beyond, hip-hop’s becoming increasingly vocal in its fight against Trump.