The Dream Defenders recently received a visit from Hip Hop artist Talib Kweli.

Kweli joined the protesters as they’re sit-in at the Florida Capitol moves into its 5th week.

At a press conference, Kweli discussed the importance of young people being at the forefront of this and any other meaningful movement for change.

From NewsOne:

“History tells us nothing moves without young people being involved,” Kweli said at a crowded press conference late last week. “If the youth aren’t involved, I don’t want to be part of it.”

Surrounding Kweli were dozens of Dream Defenders, who wore black tee shirts with the words, “Can We Dream Together,” as Kweli explained why he supported the protest.

Read more at NewsOne

 

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