Detroit native and world-famous rapper Eminem endorsed Kamala Harris at a rally in Michigan on Tuesday, expressing positive support that avoids attacks on former President Trump.
Eminem spoke just a few words before introducing former President Barack Obama, saying Harris would defend free speech.
“As most of you know, the city of Detroit and my home state of Michigan mean a lot to me,” he said. “And heading into this election, more attention than ever is on us, and I think it's important to make our voices heard. That's why I encourage everyone to get out and vote.”
Former President Barack Obama (left) greets American rapper Eminem (right) at a rally in support of Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 presidential election campaign in Detroit, Michigan, United States on October 22, 2024. ). (Katie McTiernan/Anadolu, via Getty Images)
Eminem went on to say that people shouldn't be afraid to express their opinions, adding that he doesn't want an America where people are retaliated against for voicing their opinions.
“I also don't think people should be afraid to express their opinions. No one wants an America where they worry about retaliation and what people will do if they make their opinions known.” he said. “I think Vice President Harris supports a future for this country where these freedoms and many others are protected and upheld.”
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Kamala Harris' running mate, said in 2022 that “there is no guarantee of free speech when it comes to misinformation and hate speech,” but Walz's comments on social media censorship are It remains unclear whether he was talking about government regulation or actual government regulation of individuals. Spreading false information.
Former presidential candidate Hillary Clinton also said in a recent television interview that Americans who spread Russian propaganda should face “criminal charges.”
“I think there are some Americans who engage in this kind of propaganda, and whether we should sue them civilly or maybe even criminally, that would be a better deterrent,” she told MSNBC's Rachel Maddow. said in an interview.
“I think we need to expose all the connections and make it clear that we can vote however we want, but whether it's Russia, China, Iran or anyone else, basically trying to influence our adversary. 'Americans are thinking about how they should vote when choosing their leaders,' she added.
Although Eminem avoided any attacks while expressing support for former President Donald Trump, he has been a vocal opponent of the former president in past statements. In 2017, shortly after Trump became president, Eminem called former President Trump a “bitch” in a song from Detroit rapper Big Sean's studio album “I Decided.” He famously rapped about raping pro-Trump commentator Ann Coulter.
“I'm against it. No government can deal with special forces. Your man doesn't want that, Trump bitches.” Eminem said about Trump in this song.There is no favoritism”
“And fuck Ann Coulter with Klan posters. Lampposts, door handles, shutters included. Bolt cutters, sandals, can openers, candles, rubber. Pianos, flannels, suckers, hand soap, butter. Banjos and manholes. “The lid,” he also rapped.
Eminem was later questioned by the Secret Service about his “blackmailing” lyrics at the time.President Trump. Before that, rapped by eminem On having an explicit sexual relationship with former Republican Vice President Sarah Palin in 2009: “So I'm inviting Sarah Palin to dinner. Nail her, baby, my little friend.” Say hello!”
