Showing posts with label Haiti. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Haiti. Show all posts
Saturday, October 15, 2011
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Shyne explains connection between Hip Hop and Politics
Hip Hop Vibe Staff Writer
Recently, Luther Campbell and Ray J have expressed interest in holding political office. In the past, 50 Cent contemplated running for mayor in Connecticut. Diddy and Jay-Z have also toyed with the idea of politics in the past.
Wyclef Jean is probably the most-notable hip hop entertainer who tried to enter politics. During Haiti's crisis, last year, some Haitians suggested he run for president. Wyclef took the words to heart and began a campaign.
Former Bad Boy rapper, Shyne, broke down the connection between hip hop and politics. Shyne said rap music is policitical and referenced Public Enemy and KRS-One. Most of their rhymes were trying to gain political attention. Read more...
Monday, August 2, 2010
Wyclef looking to be President of Haiti?
Wyclef Jean will be announcing his candidacy for president of Haiti, according to www.allhiphop.com. A source announced that Wyclef will make the announcement August 5th, 2 days prior to the country's August 7th deadline for announcing candidacy. Haiti is the homeland of the rapper.
A few weeks prior, Wyclef had announced to CNN that he had filled out the proper paperwork to run, but was still undecided.
He has been at the forefront of recovery efforts since the devastating earthquake in Haiti last January.
Analysts predict that with his popularity and financial resources, that he would be a clear favorite to win the election. The election is slated to occur on November 28th.
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