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11:12 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean - Jean Wants Haitians To Speak English

ContactMusicWYCLEF JEAN has pledged to boost the teaching of English in Haiti if he wins his bid for the presidency - because "years" of rule by French-speaking politicians has not..... more info
12:34 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean registers to run for president of Haiti

CNN ShowbizHip-hop artist Wyclef Jean says he has submitted the necessary paperwork to run for president of Haiti, a country he left when he was a child. more info
12:55 on August 6 2010

Wyclef: Haitians should learn English

Jam! Showbiz Music, CanadaWyclef Jean has pledged to boost the teaching of English in Haiti if he wins his bid for the presidency - because "years" of rule by French-speaking politicians has not b... more info
12:54 on August 6 2010

Penn slams Wyclef presidency bid

Jam! Showbiz Music, CanadaSean Penn has criticized Wyclef Jean for stepping into Haiti's presidential race - insisting the former Fugees star has been "a non-presence" in aid efforts following the... more info
12:34 on August 6 2010

Sean Penn Slams Wyclef Jean’s Haiti Presidency Bid

StarpulseSean Penn has criticized Wyclef Jean for stepping into Haiti's presidential race - insisting the former Fugees star has been "a non-presence" in aid efforts following the... more info
11:52 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean: President of Haiti in waiting or singer with stars in his eyes?

Guardian MusicMusician will stand in election in his native country but critics ask what exactly he offers a nation in desperate need of leadershipWyclef Jean is holed up in his record... more info
11:25 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean announces he's running for Haiti presidency – video

NMEFugees man announces intentions live on US TV more info
11:12 on August 6 2010

Sean Penn - Penn Slams Wyclefs Haiti Presidency Bid

ContactMusicSEAN PENN has criticised WYCLEF JEAN for stepping into Haiti's presidential race - insisting the former FUGEES star has been "a non-presence" in aid efforts following... more info
11:09 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean runs for president in Haiti

Guardian MusicHip-hop star Wyclef Jean arrives in Haiti to launch his campaign for president more info
12:31 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Confirms Haiti Presidency Bid

MTV.co.uk NewsWyclef Jean has announced that he will be running to be the President of earthquake hit nation Haiti.The Fugees rapper is said to have submitted the paperwork yesterday t... more info
10:56 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean enters presidential race

The NewsroomMusic star Wyclef Jean registers as a candidate for Haiti's presidential election. more info
04:55 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Launches Haiti Presidential Bid

GigwiseHe formerly announces his intention to stand... more info
08:17 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean - Wyclef Jean To Run For Presidency

ContactMusicWyclef Jean is running to be President of Haiti.The 40-year-old musician was greeted by dozens of cheering supporters as he arrived at an electoral council office... more info
07:22 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Enters Haitian Presidential Race

Pop CrunchSinger Wyclef Jean has officially announced his bid to be president of Haiti to a roaring crowd of supporters. Jean — a naturalized US citizen — jetted into Haiti on ... more info
05:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean's History With Haiti: From Birth To Presidential Bid

VH1 NewsFrom birth to his presidential bid, Wyclef Jean has a long history with Haiti. Throughout his career, the former Fugees leader has been an outspoken advocate for his home... more info
05:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Talks Haitian Presidential Run On 'Larry King Live'

VH1 NewsWyclef Jean spoke about his Haitian presidential aspirations on CNN's "Larry King Live" on Thursday evening (August 5), while actor Sean Penn expressed his concerns about... more info
06:50 on August 6 2010

Wyclef submits presidential papers

The MirrorHip hop star Wyclef Jean submitted the paperwork to run for president of Haiti, thrusting himself into what is expected to be a highly competitive race and ending years o... more info
07:10 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Rival - Haiti Presidential Run 'Not a Good Thing'

TMZFiled under: Wyclef Jean, Politix, Music Wyclef Jean has at least one critic who thinks his pursuit of the Haitian presidency is "... more info
17:06 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Officially Registers As Haiti Presidential Candidate

411 ManiaWyclef is in... more info
12:42 on August 6 2010

Pras Explains Endorsing Wyclef Presidential Rival

MTV.com News'The reality is we need a real leader ... a transformative leader,' onetime Fugees bandmate tells MTV News.By Jayson Rodriguez Pras Photo: MTV News Wyclef Jean ... more info
21:40 on August 6 2010

Exclusive: Wyclef's Presidential Rival In Haiti Speaks On Rapper's Campaign

AllHipHop(AllHipHop News) Wyclef Jean is speaking out against those who have questioned his motives with his Yele Haiti non-profit, as well as his bid for election as Haiti’s Pr... more info
21:06 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean In Trouble With the IRS

411 ManiaHe owes a lot of money... more info
19:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Wants Haitians To Speak English

StarpulseWyclef Jean has pledged to boost the teaching of English in Haiti if he wins his bid for the presidency - because "years" of rule by French-speaking politicians has not b... more info
18:35 on August 6 2010

Sean Penn Is “Suspicious” Of Wyclef Jean’s Presidential Bid

IdolatorWyclef Jean is officially running for President of Haiti, and it wouldn’t be a political campaign without some mudslinging. Jean has already picked up several detractor... more info
16:26 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Hopes for Grass Roots Support in Haiti

AOL Music(Aug. 6) -- Wyclef Jean formally registered his candidacy for president of Haiti Thursday. But as a political unknown, much of his popularity will depend on his reputatio... more info
17:30 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Facing Tax Trouble!

Perez HiltonAnd this isn't the first time! Two weeks before he decision to run for president of Haiti, the IRS filed a $2.1 million tax lien on Wyclef Jean after he fell behind on p... more info
16:17 on August 6 2010

Wyclef hit with $2.1M tax bill

Jam! Showbiz Music, CanadaWyclef Jean was hit with a massive $2.1 million tax bill just weeks before he announced his decision to enter Haiti's presidential race. more info
05:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean's History With Haiti: From Birth To Presidential Bid

MTV.com NewsThroughout his career, former Fugees leader has been an outspoken advocate for his homeland.By Gil Kaufman Wyclef Jean Photo: Steve Mack/ Getty Images Wyclef Je... more info
15:50 on August 6 2010

Wyclef hits back at Penn claims

The MirrorWyclef Jean has responded to claims made by Sean Penn that he hadn't spent enough time in earthquake-stricken Haiti. more info
14:50 on August 6 2010

Sean Penn Suspicious Of Wyclef Jean Running For President Of Haiti

Perez HiltonUh, oh! Sean Penn is no stranger to controversy and he appeared on CNN to discuss Wyclef Jean running for president of Haiti. Very inneresting — check it out above! Wha... more info
11:09 on August 6 2010

Sean Penn Slams 'Non Presence' Wyclef Jean Over Haiti Presidency Bid

GigwiseActors criticises rapper's motives... more info
15:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean - Jean Hit With Tax Bill

ContactMusicWYCLEF JEAN was hit with a massive $2.1 million (1.4 million) tax bill just weeks before he announced his decision to enter Haiti's presidential race.The Fugees star... more info
15:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean - Pras Not Supporting Wyclefs Haiti Bid

ContactMusicWYCLEF JEAN's former FUGEES co-star PRAS is refusing to support the rapper's bid to become the next Haitian president - he has sided with the opposition instead.On... more info
13:54 on August 6 2010

Video: Wyclef Jean will run for Haiti president

Guardian MusicThe Haitian-born singer-songwriter has ended weeks of speculation by confirming he will run for president. For the past five years he has been increasing his engagement w... more info
13:58 on August 6 2010

Singer Wyclef files to run for Haiti's presidency

Detroit Free PressSinger Wyclef Jean officially announced his bid to be president of Haiti to a roaring crowd of supporters on Thursday, thrusting himself into a contentious race to lead a... more info
13:24 on August 6 2010

Would you vote for Wyclef Jean as president of Haiti?

Guardian MusicHaitian-born musician Wyclef Jean has announced his intention to run for president of Haiti. Would you vote for him? more info
12:43 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean To Run For President Of Haiti

MTV.com NewsRapper will reportedly confirm his presidential bid on Thursday's 'Larry King Live.'By Gil Kaufman Wyclef Jean Photo: Michelly Rall/Getty Images Wyclef Jean wil... more info
23:10 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean: Why I'm Running for President of Haiti

People.comThe Grammy-winner tells PEOPLE he plans to announce his candidacy for president of Haiti this week more info
23:10 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Talks Haitian Presidential Candidacy

Perez HiltonAlthough he hasn't officially announced his candidacy, Wyclef Jean is talking about the good he could do for Haiti. "I want to be part of a different kind of celebrity,"... more info
18:46 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean set to announce Haitian presidency run

ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Hip-hop singer Wyclef Jean will announce his bid for president of earthquake-ravaged Haiti this week, Time magazine has reported. more info
16:53 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean Running For President Of Haiti

Pop CrunchWyclef Jean is throwing his fitted cap into the ring to become the next president of Haiti. On Wednesday, Jean confirmed to Time.com that he will run for President of Hai... more info
17:06 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean Will Run For President Of Haiti

411 ManiaThe rumors were true... more info
15:26 on August 4 2010

Wyclef to run for Haitian presidency: reports

The NewsroomHip-hop star Wyclef Jean is expected to announce Thursday night that he will run for the presidency of earthquake-ravaged Haiti more info
15:04 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean to Run for President of Haiti, TIME Reports

PopeaterFiled under: Music News, Politics Musician Wyclef Jean is set to announce his candidacy for president of Haiti this Thursday on CNN's 'Larry King Live,' a source close to... more info
12:43 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean To Run For President Of Haiti

VH1 NewsWyclef Jean will reportedly announce that he's running for president of Haiti on Thursday's "Larry King Live." more info
09:48 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean to run for president of Haiti

Guardian MusicFormer Fugees singer expected to announce his candidacy for Haiti president later today on American TVWyclef Jean, the former Fugees singer, will formally announce his ca... more info
10:24 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean to announce he's running for Haiti presidency

NMEFormer Fugees man to make announcement on CNN more info
09:35 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean says he will run for president of Haiti

CNN ShowbizSix years ago, hip hop icon Wyclef Jean released a soulful tune called "President," where he fantasized about what it would be like to lead a country. more info
05:40 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean To Announce Presidential Bid This Week

GigwiseDuring Larry King Live appearance... more info
07:50 on August 4 2010

Wyclef to run for Haiti president

The MirrorWyclef Jean is to run for president of earthquake-ravaged Haiti. more info
23:00 on August 3 2010

Wyclef Jean set to run for president of Haiti

The MirrorPop singer Wyclef Jean is to run for president of earthquake-ravaged Haiti. more info
06:52 on August 4 2010

Wyclef Jean to seek Haitian presidency: report

ReutersWASHINGTON (Reuters) - Haitian-American music star Wyclef Jean will announce his bid for president of earthquake-ravaged Haiti this week, Time magazine reported on Tuesda... more info
03:50 on August 4 2010

Wyclef 'to run for Haiti president'

The MirrorSinger Wyclef Jean is poised to announce he will run for president of earthquake-ravaged Haiti, a former senior politician said. more info
03:04 on August 4 2010

Source: Wyclef Jean to Run for President of Haiti

PopeaterFiled under: Music News, Politics Musician Wyclef Jean is set to announce his candidacy for president of Haiti this Thursday on CNN's 'Larry King Live,' a source close to... more info
21:32 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean files as Haiti presidential candidate

ReutersPORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) - Hip-hop star Wyclef Jean registered as a candidate on Thursday for Haiti's November presidential election, a party official said. more info
05:00 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Talks Haitian Presidential Run On 'Larry King Live'

MTV.com News'I feel like I'm being drafted by the population right now to give them a different face, a different voice,' he says.By Mawuse Ziegbe Wyclef Jean on "Larry King Liv... more info
03:14 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean enters Haiti politics

Jam! Showbiz Music, CanadaPORT-AU-PRINCE - Hip-hop star Wyclef Jean registered as a candidate Thursday for Haiti's November presidential election, in a move that has generated popular enthusiasm i... more info
03:02 on August 6 2010

Former Fugee Pras Sides With Wyclef Opposition In Haitian Presidential Election

AllHipHopPras Michel, who rapped side-by-side with Wyclef Jean as a member of The Fugees, revealed that he is siding with Michel Martelly for president of Haiti. Pras expressed... more info
02:19 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean Running For President Of Haiti

StarpulseHip-hop star Wyclef Jean is running for president of his native Haiti after officially filing election papers confirming his candidacy on Thursday. The Fugees rapper end... more info
00:25 on August 6 2010

Wyclef Jean files for Haiti presidential contender

ReutersPORT-AU-PRINCE (Reuters) - Haitian hip-hop star Wyclef Jean registered as a presidential contender on Thursday, in a move into politics that generated an outburst of popu... more info
23:15 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean - Jean Running For President Of Haiti

ContactMusicHip-hop star WYCLEF JEAN is running for president of his native Haiti after officially filing election papers confirming his candidacy on Thursday (05Aug10).The Fugees... more info
23:11 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean Makes Formal Presidency Bid

Sky NewsSinger Wyclef Jean has formally registered to stand for president of Haiti. more info
22:03 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean confirms he will run for Haiti president

Guardian Music• Haitian-born star's announcement ends weeks of speculation• Electoral campaign to be formally launched next ThursdayWyclef Jean, the Haitian-born rap star who becam... more info
21:48 on August 3 2010

Source: Wyclef Jean Running for President of Haiti

AOL MusicOn Tuesday, a former government official all but guaranteed that the musician would seek the earthquake-ravaged nation's highest office. more info
20:50 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean Announces Plan To Run For Haitian Presidency

Idolator“An old man told me, instead of spending billions on the war we can use some of that money in the ghetto,” Wyclef Jean sings on his 2004 single “If I Was President.... more info
19:32 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean confirms run for Haiti's top job

The NewsroomNil Koksal interviews Sam Jean, Wyclef Jean's brother and spokesman from Los Angeles more info
18:07 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean - Jean Quits As Charity Chief Ahead Of Haiti Presidency Announcement

ContactMusicHip-hop star WYCLEF JEAN has resigned as the head of his Haiti aid charity as he prepares to formally announce his campaign to run for president of his native... more info
17:21 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Steps Down From Non-Profit To Run For President Of Haiti

AllHipHop(AllHipHop News) Rap star Wyclef Jean has officially stepped down as the head of his non-profit organization Yéle Haiti, as he prepares to run for President of Haiti. Al... more info
17:09 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean Says Earthquake Motivated Presidential Run

VH1 NewsWyclef Jean says his decision to run for president of Haiti was spurred by the devastation of the January earthquake. more info
05:09 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean Says Earthquake Motivated Presidential Run

MTV.com News'The quake drove home to me that Haiti can't wait another 10 years' for leadership, 'Clef says.By Gil Kaufman Wyclef Jean Photo: Michelly Rall/ Getty Images Alt... more info
13:25 on August 5 2010

More Rappers Owe IRS: Wyclef, Swizz, Obie Hit With New Liens

AllHipHop(AllHipHop News) The government continues to pursue rappers for their outstanding tax bill, as the IRS has placed new liens on three well known artists. First up is Haiti... more info
11:12 on August 5 2010

Wyclef Jean - Jean Expects Criticism Over Haiti Election

ContactMusicWYCLEF JEAN expects to be "attacked everyday" when he runs for the presidency in his native Haiti - but he's determined to fight for the role so he can put an end to... more info

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