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America Quote by Vic Mensa

“I think that everybody has their own interpretations of what it means to be American. But from my vantage point, being black and successful in the Unites States of America is the epitome of being American.” quote by Vic Mensa — Download Open image

“I think that everybody has their own interpretations of what it means to be American. But from my vantage point, being black and successful in the Unites States of America is the epitome of being American.”

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I just thought I could broaden my impact and my reach by starting a non-profit and putting investment into our community.

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The things I have to say on and off the record are important, and I say them because I want to be heard.

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I'll smoke, I'll cough, I'll get the tumors, I'll die, deal? Thank you America. [salutes]

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America is a democracy and has no Hitler, but I am afraid for her future; there are hard times ahead for the American people,…

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I'm gonna bring America together.

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