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Kirk Franklin Boycotting Dove Awards After His Atatiana Jefferson Comments Were Cut From Broadcast

Every year since 1969, the Gospel Music Association has presented the Dove Awards, an annual show that honors achievements in the Christian music industry. For decades, the biggest star in gospel music has been Kirk Franklin. Franklin has scored actual crossover hits, and he's collaborated with people like Kanye West and Chance The Rapper. Over…

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02:03 on October 29 2019

Kirk Franklin boycotts Dove Awards after part of his acceptance speech is edited out

USA Today Music — The gospel star says the edited version cut out his remarks on Atatiana Jefferson, who was shot and killed in her home by a Fort Worth police officer. ... more info

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14:21 on October 29 2019

Kirk Franklin Boycotting Dove Awards After His Atatiana Jefferson Comments Were Cut From Broadcast

Stereogum — Every year since 1969, the Gospel Music Association has presented the Dove Awards, an annual show that honors achievements in the Christian music industry. For decades, t... more info

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