In a recent interview, pop star Janet Jackson echoed disinformation regarding Vice President Kamala Harris' racial identity, questioning whether Harris is truly Black.
Jackson's comments align with right-wing narratives that have sought to undermine Harris' identity, despite Harris being of both Indian and Black heritage. Harris made history as the first Black and Asian American woman to serve as Vice President of the United States.
The spread of such disinformation has been a recurring issue in U.S. politics, particularly during election cycles.
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It's about time someone questioned the media's narrative on Kamala's identity. Just because she's in a powerful position doesn't mean we can't ask legitimate questions about who she really is.
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Why do people care so much about someone's racial identity instead of focusing on their policies and actions?
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Janet Jackson weighs in on Kamala Harris' ethnicity, says 'she's not Black'
Janet Jackson questioned Kamala Harris' ethnicity while discussing the upcoming presidential election. The sister of pop legend Michael Jackson shared her piece of mind when asked if the country is close to electing its first Black,
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Janet Jackson Goes On Bizarre Kamala Harris Tangent Over VP’s Family And Heritage
In an interview with The Guardian, Jackson postulated about Kamala Harris' family background, parroting right-wing talking points.
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Janet Jackson tells interviewer she's heard Kamala Harris is not Black, echoing election disinformation
Echoing disinformation that has infected the U.S. presidential election, pop icon Janet Jackson said she has heard Vice President Kamala Harris is not Black.
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