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San Antonio Mayor Calls for Cancelation of Kanye West's Alamodome Show
Rolling Stone • • general
Key Points:
- San Antonio Mayor Gina Ortiz Jones has called for the cancellation of Kanye West’s July 4th concert at the Alamodome, citing West’s history of hate speech and antisemitic comments.
- This follows similar calls from Florida Senator Rick Scott, who urged the Tampa Sports Authority to cancel West’s concerts at Raymond James Stadium.
- West’s recent tour has faced multiple cancellations due to his antisemitic remarks, including events in London and Poland, despite his January apology linking his behavior to mental health struggles.
- While West has continued to perform in some locations, including Turkey, the Netherlands, Georgia, and California, opposition remains strong in cities like Tampa Bay and San Antonio.
- Ortiz Jones emphasized that standing up to antisemitism is crucial for national unity, especially on the nation’s 250th birthday.
