On July 31st 2008, Hip Hop & Books are hosting a forum entitled “HIPHOP AND POLITICS: Can the two work together for the good of the community?” This will be held at the Jackson Enterprise Center (931 HWY W. * Jackson, MS),6-8p.m.
Panelists include recording artists Eddie Wright, Big Pap, Jokah the General, radio show host Berlinda White, community activists Valencia Robinson and Shontale Watson, Attorney Martin Perkins and more!
In the forum the following issues will be discussed;
1) Should we care what entertainers think about issues if we are to separate what they say from what they do?
2) How can the hiphop community best use their influence for the good of the community?
3) What can elected officials do to encourage the hiphop community’s support?
4) Is the voice of the hiphop community incorrectly swaying perception about the Presidential candidates and their positions?
5) At the end of the day who should have more influence, the leaders of the hiphop community or the head of the household?
Is going to be a great event so those who can, please attend.
Hip Hop & Books are doing great things. Encouraging kids into education using Hip Hop showcases the positive nature of this culture.
You can find more information at http://www.thebestbookclub.info and http://www.hiphopandbooks.com
