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Issa Rae Cancels Kennedy Center Event After Trump Takeover, Cites ‘Infringement On’ Artistic Values

The "Insecure" creator and star, was due for a one-night-only spotlight on March 16, cites "infringement on" artistic values.

“Unfortunately, due to what I believe to be an infringement on the values of an institution that has faithfully celebrated artists of all backgrounds through all mediums, I’ve decided to cancel my appearance at this venue,” Rae wrote on her Instagram stories. “It’s been a wonderful eight years working with Kennedy Center President Deb Rutter, fellow artistic advisor Renee Fleming and the entire NSO staff, encouraging thousands of fresh new audiences to appreciate symphonic music. Unfortunately, due to what I believe to be an infringement on the values of an institution that has faithfully celebrated artist of all backgrounds through all mediums, I’ve decided to cancel my appearance at this venue.

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