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ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JULY 30: Megan Thee Stallion performs at a campaign rally for Democratic presidential candidate and U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris at the Georgia State Convocation Center on July 30, 2024. (Photo by Julia Beverly/Getty Images)
Megan Thee Stallion's appearance at Kamala Harris' campaign rally in Atlanta has generated a significant amount of controversy. During the event at the Georgia State Convocation Center, the rapper performed a lively set featuring her hits like "Body" and "Girls in the Hood," promoting Harris's presidential bid with her new “Hotties for Harris” campaign.
Despite the enthusiasm from many in the crowd, Megan's performance has faced backlash, particularly from conservative critics. Her twerking during the song "Girls in the Hood" drew sharp criticism from some quarters, with detractors questioning the appropriateness of her dance moves at a political rally. The reaction has been particularly intense on social media, where some argue that the performance was a misstep in a serious political context.
Critics have expressed disdain, with one commenting, "Our founding fathers would be proud that we’re now twerking to get votes." Others questioned the use of Megan Thee Stallion’s performance to draw crowds, suggesting that the turnout was more about her than Harris's policies.
In contrast, Harris used the rally to address pressing issues, including gun safety. Quavo, another performer at the event and a vocal advocate for gun control following the loss of his groupmate Takeoff, endorsed Harris's stance on the issue, urging attendees to vote.
The debate over Megan's performance raises questions about the intersection of entertainment and politics, and whether such high-energy acts contribute positively or detract from the message of political rallies.
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