“In DC, it's really edgy to listen to Kanye West or Jay-Z, and it's a thing to know who Azzedine Alaia is - you know what I mean? But I do care about issues, and I was really political in high school, always marching.”
The speaker highlights cultural edginess in DC, referencing music and fashion icons, while emphasizing personal political engagement and activism from high school.
In simple terms: Cultural relevance and political activism intersect.
Cultural taste can signal identity; activism is a personal commitment.
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