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The Criminal Justice System Stalks Black People Like Meek Mill

Jay Z, writing for The New York Times: On the surface, this may look like the story of yet another criminal rapper who didn’t smarten up and is back where he started. But consider this: Meek was around 19 when he was convicted on charges relating to drug and gun possession, and he served an […]

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14:45 on November 17 2017

Jay-Z Pens New York Times Op-Ed On Meek Mill And “The Absurdity Of The Criminal Justice System”

Stereogum — It takes a lot to get Jay-Z to write something; the man famously doesn't even write down his own lyrics before recording them. But Jay has recently been dealing with the ... more info
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16:00 on November 17 2017

Jay-Z takes on criminal justice reform in wake of Meek Mill sentence

CNN Showbiz — Jay-Z is speaking out about what he views as the criminal justice system "stalking" black people. more info
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18:26 on November 17 2017

Jay-Z defends Meek Mill in new op-ed: 'Probation is a trap and we must fight'

USA Today Music — In a new op-ed for the New York Times, Jay-Z slams a Philadelphia judge's decision to sentence Meek Mill to two to four years in prison.           ... more info
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19:50 on November 17 2017

The Criminal Justice System Stalks Black People Like Meek Mill

Chorus.fm — Jay Z, writing for The New York Times: On the surface, this may look like the story of yet another criminal rapper who didn’t smarten up and is back where he started. B... more info
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