Yesterday, after enjoying my Canadian Thanksgiving dinner, I decided to check into Facebook and see what the hell has been going on lately as I have not been in contact with people on Facebook, Twitter, this blog and even socially in real life as I have been with only close friends and family. Well one thing I did notice was that a few of my friends had posted a link to a Worldstar video that shows Kanye West “supporting” the Occupy Wall Street movement [which was highly suspect to start with] but after actually VIEWING the video, it just goes to show you Yeezy is up to his same douchebag tricks – but this time it’s even MORE offensive than before.
For those of you who have been living under a social and political rock and have no damn clue about what this Occupy Movement is all about, it’s basically a campaign mainly protesting against social and economic inequality, corporate greed, and the influence of corporate money and lobbyists on government, among other concerns.
What do they want you ask? Well [as Wikipedia states]: “Beginning from one simple demand – a presidential commission to separate money from politics – we start setting the agenda for a new America.” By October 9, similar demonstrations had been held or were ongoing in over 70 cities. Basically they want real plans, laws and assurances put into place to stop the richest 1%, who control over 90% of the money, from abusing and economically raping the other 99% who don’t have the political, social or economic power or influence to prevent it from happening.
Now if you haven’t seen the Kanye West video, here it is:
Anything strike you as extremely odd watching that video? Here’s a hint: The same guy standing quiet as a church mouse listening as Russell Simmons speaks, is the same guy from THIS popular TV moment:
Or how about this:
And y’all know I can keep going, but I think you get the point. Why was Mr. Out-Spoken so quiet? Oh, it’s because he doesn’t want to make his attendance at a controversial world-renown political rally a “big political thing?” Gotcha.
Well let me float this little idea out there: Kanye West didn’t say ONE word [which is clearly unusual for him] because he actually does NOT support the Occupy Wall Street Movement, which actually is OK because they do NOT and should NOT seek his tacit approval – but what’s NOT OK is the fact that he is “playing empathetic” merely for mass appeal.
Let’s be clear, Kanye is not only part of the extremely rich sector that the Occupy movement is fighting against, but he is a Capitalist business owner obsessed with living and spending in excess, which the Occupy Movement [and anyone with common sense] can clearly identify as one of the main reasons the 99% are subjected to substandard living. Whether it’s Niggas in Paris pushing Maybachs or CEO’s using bailout money to give Execs million-dollar bonuses, it all stems from the same f*^kery.
Now I already hear you negroes ’bout “It’s his damn money and he’s free to spend it any damn way he wants!” and to all you uttering that I say “go F*^K yourselves” because you clearly have no clue that it is precisely the issue of greed that has people starving, unable to afford healthcare and teetering on homelessness because the unemployment and under-employment rates are so disgustingly high. But I guess it’s cool to all of you because, I mean, what does Kanye really rap for? To push a f*^king Rav-4?
Am I picking on Kanye right now? Yeah, I am – because him AND Russell Simmons are BOTH part of the problem of corporate greed. Because his actual support for this movement would go a LONG way and instead of him pretending to care, he really could have helped this Movement by lending a hand in the fight against the Herman Cain’s of the world who are fighting this very critical movement down. In fact, I would have a lot MORE respect for Kanye if he just uttered Cain’s sentiment: ‘Them bastards being broke is nobodies fault but their own.’
And Since ‘Ye loves to brag about keeping it real, THAT would be as honest as that negro could get.
This Is Your Conscience
19 Comments, Comment or Ping
lincolnanthonyblades
Ladies & Gentlemen, DO You Think Kanye Actually Gives Two Shits About The Occupy Movement?
And Here's An Even BETTER Question: Do YOU?
Oct 11th, 2011
gtman811
Kanye doesnt care….most rap artists, hell the entertainment industry doesnt care. For them, its about making more and more and more money…….off of us.
I definitely care about this issue. This is decades in the making.
Its also a shame because I believe not a lot of people will commit on this blog entry. You should have mention nani and richard somewhere to catch everyone's attention
Oct 11th, 2011
Dollabill
Word
Oct 11th, 2011
HerCommonSense
Is Kanye a ventriloquist dummy? He clearly has the intelligence to speak on issues honestly and forthright, so it's a little alarming to see Russell be his PR man. Kanye would have looked better if he just hired a PR person to tell him what to say, so he could register his support himself.
Oct 11th, 2011
HerCommonSense
I think the issue is that Kanye respects money more than anything else, and stepping up and actually be passionate about the concerns of the poor would mean he would possibly step on the toes of the higher-ups who cut his checks.
Oct 11th, 2011
Kam
I heard Lupe Fiasco has been supporting the cause by buying tents, donating money, wearing Occupy Wall Street shirt at his concerts and has been tweeting about the event and other similar occupy wall street event's occurring around the world
Now I cannot compare Russell and Kanye to Lupe b/c in all honesty both have more money. I would like to know has he supported the cause did they donate tents, money or anything other than just show up?
If the answer is no then him and Russell's presence is like a slap in the face to all those who are truly committed to making a change to end the significant gap between the rich and the poor.
Oct 11th, 2011
Crystal Promo-Fernandez
I hate to assume but I would guess the answer is a big fat NO! I really think he went just to show his face and act like he supports them, but not actually say it..
Oct 11th, 2011
Crystal Promo-Fernandez
Exactly! SMH @ people not wanting to tackle real issues every now and then..
Oct 11th, 2011
The_Mad_HATER
man fuck lupe too!! hes always trying to sound so damn smart and edgy and revolutionary but he mostly sounds ignorant as hell!!
Oct 11th, 2011
The_Mad_HATER
that nigga kanye was probably going for a nice stroll and forget all about the event and got caught off guard and had to let russell speak for his ass!!
Oct 11th, 2011
gtman811
But you know what? We (The Black Community) have been saying this since Slavery. The system is meant to keep the black man down. Now, of course, a lot of us were in no position to use this phrase, as most were a misdemeanor away from being locked up for 5-10. But, for the hard working black men out there, this truth held dear to us. We have kept quiet because to voice our opinions and views would have branded us as using the race card. Now, the rest of the American Population, are getting bent over and its all lets join hands and fight the same bullshit we have been talking about…….forever. Fascism is what this country is running on, and its time to stand up. Even though, we told you so is in order, we cant turn away from this opening we have so long seeked. We should not turn to our wealthy brothers and sisters, for they will not help. This is our fight. Im 24 years old, since the protests in the Middle East began, I knew this was going to happen that civil unrest will come to this nation. It is good that we dont have a single purpose with these protesting because they dont know what we want. They cant bargain with us, they cant wave that 30 pieces of silver in our faces. People get this wrong, this is a Republic where the politicians represent us but they dont, they represent Big Business. That douche bag Reagan set us all back with that bullshit plan of his.Our education system is messed up, children get passed on the minimum. We dont encourage our children to strive for better. Schools are mandatory because of the child labor laws passed in the 1900s. I can go on and on and on but we should all see where Im going with this. In the next few years, things will change. The type of change that will grant an hour special on the History Channel……..because when White People get mad, we all get Results. Hopefully its the results we all need. "Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere."
Oct 11th, 2011
gtman811
And I want to include the hard working Black Women in there as well…….I dont mean to make this only about the Black Man. We have all broken our backs and thrown our diginty and self-respect out the window for this shit called Capitalism, a rat race where back stabbing and betraying each other is norm, but nothing is shown for it.
Oct 11th, 2011
MistaHarsh
Let’s be clear, Kanye is not only part of the extremely rich sector that the Occupy movement is fighting against, but he is a Capitalist business owner obsessed with living and spending in excess, which the Occupy Movement [and anyone with common sense] can clearly identify as one of the main reasons the 99% are subjected to substandard living. Whether it’s Niggas in Paris pushing Maybachs or CEO’s using bailout money to give Execs million-dollar bonuses, it all stems from the same f*^kery.
Preach!
Dude looked sedated as a mofo. Like Jack Nicholson in One flew over the cuckoo's nest. Him and Jay are republicans don't get it twisted. Side Note : Beyonce Lying!
Oct 11th, 2011
The_Mad_HATER
beyonce lying about what?
Oct 11th, 2011
Bre
Thanks for posting this Linc!
Where's all his bravado when it comes to talking about the struggles REAL people are REALLY dealing with? Why doesn't this f*k head talk about anything transgressive that actually works to expand the minds of youth? And showing up at Occupy Wall Street for street cred or w/e while you just released a (shitastic) gold plated album in YOUR COUNTRY's GREATEST ECONOMIC DOWNTURN SINCE THE DEPRESSION?!
… Ahhh I feel a rant coming on but I'll keep it short(er) & simple.. if you are here in Toronto:
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE make your best efforts to come out on October 15th for Occupy Toronto – show the world how you really love your city! We ALL need to work in Solidarity with each other to make our communities beautiful and strong!
#OCCUPYTORONTO http://occupyto.org/
"Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Not from T.O.? FIND YOUR LOCAL #OCCUPY Wall Street!
DEMOCRACY TAKES WORK AND ACTIVE PARTICIPATION
…AND JUST VOTING IS NOT ENOUGH, THATS HOW THEY KEEP US DOCILE!
Oct 11th, 2011
Paul Brown
I love the article, though it may not get a hundred posts.
Oct 11th, 2011
MistaHarsh
being pregnant
Oct 11th, 2011
Meh Mens
what I find interesting is the way in which the rhetoric around this is so different then what was said when similar movements were happening in other parts of the world … for Americans/Canadians it was seen as people rising up against an oppressive system and trying to fight for their rights and democracy. But now people are concerned HERE about similar issues and people are discounting their feelings and the issue. The movement is not cohesive, they are angry, they are getting arrested …. on so on.
To Kanye, is he really the poster boy that this movement needs or wants. I doubt that.
Oct 12th, 2011
Kam
Seriously its called a spanks, girdle and loose clothing. I am not even a Beyonce fan but the only way people couldn't believe she was pregnant is because they cant get over that Jay-Z and Beyonce are having sex…. My sister was like that she looked pregnant only in certain clothing.
Oct 12th, 2011
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