Jason Aldean's Controversial Song Sparks Backlash and Debate
TL;DR
Country star Jason Aldean is facing widespread criticism for his new song and video, "Try That in a Small Town," which includes threats of violence against police protesters. The video features footage of protesters facing off against police, and the filming location has a history of racial violence. Country Music Television has removed the video from its channel, and Aldean has defended the song, stating that it is about community and not race. Critics argue that promoting violence is not representative of small-town or American values.
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- Jason Aldean defends controversial single decried as a 'modern lynching song,' says backlash is 'not only meritless, but dangerous' Yahoo Entertainment
- Country singer Jason Aldean angers liberal activists with anti-crime, pro-gun song about 2020 riots Fox News
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