It looks like rapper and founder of Revolt TV Sean “P. Diddy” Combs has ruffled some feathers with his latest remarks about the upcoming elections, that will feature the epic face off between the worst president in modern history, and Obama’s former right hand, Joe Biden.
Just to be clear, Diddy didn’t say anything terrifically bad, unless you’re not at all concerned about the state of affairs in a community that continues to bear the brunt of national emergencies in ways that are disproportionately deadly.
What stands out in his conversation with supermodel Naomi Campbell during the recording of her awesome offering, No Filter with Naomi, which features a weekly parade of impressive guests and the exclusives that only a cultural icon can deliver, is the challenged phrase that went viral:
“The black vote is not going to be for free.”
Followed by a worthy explanation for why the Black vote can’t afford to be a foregone conclusion for a white politician who happens to be running for the office of the presidency at the most opportune time.
“We want to know very clearly. Just like Trump made it clear that he wanted to build a wall, Biden needs to make it clear that he’s gonna change the lives and quality of life of Black and Brown people.”
“Or else he can’t get the vote. I will hold the vote hostage if I have to.”
There was an immediate reaction to Diddy’s prophetic conclusion with some applauding his unwillingness to settle for Joe Biden’s empty promises with the timely galvanizing on behalf of those who share his public sentiments.
You also have the loud and defiant naysayers who are understandably concerned about the media mogul’s bold statement, which can be readily interpreted in the manner that best suits earned preferences.
But regardless of your assessment, we can’t dispute the fact that Diddy knew exactly what he was doing when he…