Eminem made brief remarks at a Kamala Harris rally in Detroit on Tuesday evening, talking about the fear of retribution people have for expressing their opinion, and his belief that Harris would protect freedom of speech as President.
Onstage to introduce former President Barack Obama, Eminem told the crowd that he was at the event “for a couple of important reasons.” “As most of you know, the city of Detroit and the home state of Michigan mean a lot to me,” he said. “And going into this election, the spotlight is on us more than ever, and I think it’s important to use your voice.
So I’m encouraging everybody to get out and vote please.” He added, “I also think people shouldn’t be afraid to express their opinions, and I don’t think anyone wants an America where people are worried about retribution, of what people will do if you make your opinion known.” “I think Vice President Harris supports a future for this country where these freedoms and many others will be protected and upheld.” Rapper Eminem introduces former President Barack Obama at a Detroit rally for Vice President Kamala Harris.
pic.twitter.com/SGURWEGAMw When he took the stage, Obama said, “I have done a lot of rallies, so I don’t usually get nervous.
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