May 29, 2007
Feminists, Hip Hop, and Mysogyny: My Most Recent Column In the Detroit News
My most recent piece in the Detroit News.
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
Why won't feminists protest misogyny in hip-hop culture?
In April, misogynist rapper Akon was filmed in Trinidad simulating sex on stage at a concert with a teenage girl.
Danah Alleyne, a pastor's daughter, was led on stage to participate in a dance contest but soon discovered that Akon had other plans. Verizon has now dumped Akon from their agreement but the question remains: Why hasn't the Universal Music Group taken action?
Read the rest here.
Posted by anthony at May 29, 2007 10:40 AM | TrackBackNo idea... I've about given up trying to figure out what our culture means by "tolerance and diversity." It seems there are enough disclaimers, loopholes, and circumstantial clauses to warrant hiring an army of lawyers. I'm sure there is some "perfectly legitimate" answer to your question.
Sick.
Posted by: Brad at May 29, 2007 11:52 AMAnthony,
Excellent article. Are you teaching your class on Masculine Spirituality again next year?
Posted by: Jeff Kerr at May 29, 2007 12:49 PMAre you really surprised that (White) feminist organizations like NOW are silent on the misogyny in hip-hop. The refusal to address issues that directly impact Black women or women of color is nothing new in the feminist movement.
Posted by: Tam at May 29, 2007 01:57 PMWell said, Anthony. Frankly, the "feminist" movement and its large, nationally-know organizations have done very little of actual value for women and the feminine in our society. Were they really interested in promoting the value of women, they would be continually confronting misogynist music and magazines. Yet, as you note, they are silent. And the music industry is actively thriving on the exploitation of women. Apparently, getting the right paycheck and being able to have an abortion whenever you want is more important than addressing these issues that are foundational in promoting the value of women.
Posted by: dramaturge at May 30, 2007 05:03 PM