Kanye West

Oct 11, 2018

Shawn’s Soapbox: Why It’s Important for Black People to Vote

Shawn Fredericks | Staff Writer October 12 is a special day—not because of sports or entertainment but, something of far greater importance: politics. This Friday is the deadline to register to vote in the November general election. Voting is the main way, which is unfortunately only accessible to citizens, to make your voice heard on…

Nov 2, 2016

Kenton’s Corner: Don’t Believe the Hype: Black Men Love Our Queens

Kenton Gibbs | Staff Writer There are so many lies uttered about black people as individuals it becomes hard to understand what the truth is. For example, there are the ideas that there are more black men in prison than college. That is not true. According to Politifact, “the latest federal figures we found show…

Oct 30, 2013

Yeezus, White Jesus and the Confederate Flag

Aaliyah Singleton| Staff  Writer When G.O.O.D. Music Makes For Bad Business As if Kanye West’s Yeezus tour hasn’t already caused enough controversy with the on-stage appearance of his special guest, White Jesus, West turned things up a few more notches with his insistence on selling newly merchandised items, with of all things, the Confederate flag…

Sep 26, 2012

Yeezy Taught ‘Em

Christopher Lynn | Staff Writer  Rapper, producer, and designer Kanye West is renowned for his work in the music and fashion industries, but since his 2008 hook-up with former “dancer” Amber Rose, he has been in the public eye for his relationships. The public first caught wind of West’s and Rose’s relationship in West’s song…