Hip-Hop activist and journalist Rosa A. Clemente announced today that she is joining Cynthia McKinney, the presumptive Presidential nominee of the Green Party, as her Vice Presidential running mate.

Rosa A. Clemente released the following statement:

"I am honored and excited to accept this invitation to run with Cynthia McKinney. Cynthia McKinney is a hero to me and many others across this country and around the world for her courage in standing up to George Bush while the Democratic Party establishment caved.

This campaign is the opportunity the Hip-Hop generation has been working for. This is our time to address the issues affecting our communities – rising unemployment, the high cost of food and housing, a lack of quality public education and access to higher education, the prison-industrial complex, and unaccountable corporate media. These issues are not being addressed by either the Republican or Democratic nominee.

I choose to do this, not for me, but for my generation, my community and my daughter. I don't see the Green Party as an alternative; I see it as an imperative. I trust that my Vice Presidential run will inspire all people, but especially young people of color, to recognize that we have more then two choices. Together, we can build the future we've been wanting."

Hip Hop artist and Dead Prez member M1 said, "I've never voted in the Presidential election; I've never felt strongly enough about a candidate. Knowing that Rosa Clemente is down with Cynthia McKinney's run I feel that now is the greatest opportunity for the Hip-Hop community to put our collective strength and power to the test and vote for someone who represents who we are and what we stand for."

For more info visit:
www.rosaclemente.com

Rosa Clemente has contributed her thoughtful perspective to BBN readers. To this day we get hits on her article Who is Black? A Puerto Rican Woman Claims Her Place In The African Diaspora. We are proud of her, and thankful for her continued commitment to the advancement of the Black and Brown community. Cynthia McKinney and the Green party are fortunate to have her on their side.

Buena Suerte, Nena!
sharon

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