It’s No Longer Black History Month According To Kanye West

The month of February is Black History Month.

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However, Kanye West doesn’t agree.

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The rapper recently announced a new name for annual observance.

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On social media, Ye shared that February is now “Black Future Month”

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The Yeezy founder has bee open about his dislike for the celebration.

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He described it as a form “programming” and likened it to slavery.

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Last year, the “Praise God” rapper even asked that Black History Month be canceled.

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Ye’s thoughts on the celebration hasn’t been received well by the public.

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However, that has never stopped the controversial artist.

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