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Video: Davey D vs. Fox News
Nah Right — After Fox News correspondent Griff Jenkins tries to press Jesse Jackson to denounce the controversial statements made by Obama’s pastor, Veteran Hip-Hop journalist Davey D confronts the “reporter” with his own tactics. Read the full story here. Related: Common Defends Rev. Jeremiah Wright

The Jeremiah Wright of Rap
XXL — ... ) Alrighty then. Only thing is, Common is probably as well known as any rapper, other than Death Certificate -era Ice Cube, for saying racist shit, so you wonder if he’d even be capable of distinguishing any racist statements made by this guy Jeremiah Wright. In fact, I’m surprised the Obama campaign would even associate with a guy like Common, though it’s hard to say for certain the nature of their relationship. This story at Hip-Hop DX describes Common as an ardent supporter of the Senator, who’s made appearances on his behalf and mentioned him in his music. But you know ...