tag:ta-nehisicoates.theatlantic.com,2009://8/tag:ta-nehisicoates.theatlantic.com,2008://31.41591- Comments for Obama On Hip-Hop Movable Type 4.24-en tag:ta-nehisicoates.theatlantic.com,2008://31.41591 2008-04-21T03:16:09Z 2008-08-04T16:51:28Z Obama On Hip-Hop Barack has some kind words--and some deserved criticism--for hip-hop. Unlike Marsalis and Cosby, Obama actually enjoys some of the music and--most importantly--has considerable respect for it as an art form. Also in his criticism he adds one oft missed problem... Barack has some kind words--and some deserved criticism--for hip-hop. Unlike Marsalis and Cosby, Obama actually enjoys some of the music and--most importantly--has considerable respect for it as an art form. Also in his criticism he adds one oft missed problem with the music to the frequently cited duo of misogyny and violence. That would be rank materialism. Anyway here's the clip. Props to Farragut for the link.

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