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Over 100 black celebrities, activists and legislators met at an undisclosed location in Los Angeles on July 14 to discuss issues of race in America and try to figure out a way forward. Among the famous faces were Jesse Williams and The Game, who have both been outspoken on American racial issues.
The Game gave an overview of the event in a post to his Instagram.
“Tonite a meeting was held. A meeting of African American celebrities at a private location and things were discussed. Everyone shared their objectives, opinions and views on political, non-political and everyday issues that have plagued us as a people for hundreds of years. Well, this time we’re collectively taking a different approach at burying these problems once and for all. This is a fight for everyone. Not just blacks, but everyone and all races, ethnicities, cities, states, countries & continents were brought up and we had a very peaceful meeting where voices from all entertainment groups were heard and no leaf was left unturned.”
The rapper said the meeting was brought about by the string of tragedies that have made headlines in the last several weeks. And he urged other communities to come together and have a similar conversation about how to best effect change.
“We as a HUMAN RACE were all affected with the past weeks tragedies and we ALL want immediate change. So gather as you may, in groups or movements of your choice/race or gather diversified and have theses conversation. They are all important. Keep an open dialogue with one another and that will resonate in the lives that we are all trying to save going forward, especially OUR YOUTH! WE ALL MATTER and tonite we took another stab at the end goal and that is to BETTER THIS WORLD NOW, not just for the moment but to make an impact that will drive out NEGATIVITY and welcome LOVE worldwide.”
Alongside Williams and The Game were entertainers like Terrence J, Niecy Nash, Kimberly Elise, T.I., Cedric The Entertainer and Meagan Good. Check out some of their posts on the summit below.
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These 100+ A-listers are far from the only people speaking out about this issue in recent days. A gaggle of top-flight stars came together for a video called “23 Ways” that drills home the danger of being black in the United States.
(Via Huffington Post)
