Here's someone who is not Russell Simmons' friend
For my part, I say we should watch what Mr. Simmons does and promotes as a political agenda and back or reject each as individual gestures. But that's no different than I would treat any political creature. In any event, yes, it should be tabled for discussion.
Russell Simmons: New Black Leader?
By AMADI AJAMU
The emergence of Hip Hop entrepreneur Russell Simmons as an establishment-endorsed political leader of the new generation of Blacks gives me pause. Being a member of this new generation, I think this should be put on the table for discussion.
