Caelynn's statement on recent events
Posted Feb 12, 2021, 5:07 AM UTC
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I do agree that in this particular case, this is the bare minimum. But I would like to point out for those who may not know, or follow her, that Caelynn has actually been very outspoken against racism and in favor of BLM over the past year. She also was very open about voting against trump in last years election.
This isn’t the best representation of her allyship, but she has seemingly done her work and has used her platform to spread awareness on anti-racism.
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I agree on this being the bare minimum though lol.
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Good comment, thanks for sharing for those of us who weren't aware
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I agree.
And Happy Cake Day
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Ahh I didn’t even notice!! Thank you! 🥰
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not sure id consider this a statement. people criticized hannah g just reposting with a “🙌” but to me this is the exact same thing. definitely better than nothing tho
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Would be nice of her to personally denounce however I'm still glad she's echoing BIPOC
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I mean, if you’re gonna show anything, show this video. But I’d still like to see more. We will see
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She posted 2 stories. She mostly echoed other people's thoughts. Not much.
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I think that’s a good position for her status. Show her support, show what side she’s on, but let POC voices be louder than hers.
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Yup.
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I'm happy Caelynn has largely taken on more important issues in her life, but I'll take her words more seriously when she (a) demonstrates through action, not chasing waterfalls with Dean, and (b) takes accountability for her damaging words about Blake on the show. Until then it's just well-intended white person stuff.
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I am no fan of Caelynn's but this was unfair. A) She and Dean were extremely vocal regarding BLM. They even shaved his head on Instagram live in a bid to raise a lot of money, and they actually did. They also invited trolls into their mentions by actively campaigning during the elections. So, she has demonstrated with her actions. B) She did take accountability for it. She went on not one but 2 podcasts and she apologized. But it wasn't black and white and her version of the story includes nuance. I don't condone her actions nor do I condemn Blake. He was not in the wrong by releasing her personal texts but that can also be extremely triggering. I can allow for grace for that. Also, I have no problems with anyone chasing waterfalls if they can afford it. I would be doing the same.
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Also folks I am NOT blaming Blake. I believe he was in the right in what he did to defend himself. Please don't come at me in the DM's. I just think Dean and Caelynn have demonstrated with actions as well regarding BLM.
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How does traveling were her boyfriend have anything to do with being an ally?
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not the person you are responding to but lets not discount the fact that COVID has disproportionally affected Black people and other minorities
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agreed but what does that have to do w/ her?
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I agree that she shouldn't be traveling but the Blake stuff has nothing to do with the racial discussions BN is talking about right now.
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I'm okay with white people echoing POC voices so it's heard louder. From what we've seen of Caelynn and her views so far, I would think she is sincere on this.
Right. I remember when she posted Michelle Obama’s statement fully when January 6th happened.
She really knows how to observe & let others lead the conversation, & amplify POC voices. Sometimes that’s even better & more respectful than some of the statements other influencers churn out.
I actually agree.
I would rather white contestants amplify black voices than anything else, personally. It means more and it helps black creators at the same time.
Agreed. She and Dean raised money for a BLM cause this summer, which is more than a lot of white influencers who posted black squares can say.
I don’t need white women who are not even involved in this season to write their own statements and explanations about why this is wrong when Black women have already explained so eloquently. Just point to them.
I agree. I try to not say a lot when I share things on this topic on social media and instead amplify bipoc voices. I also saw a lot of white women on my feed last year share a lot of their own views and become very lectury and then go silent when it came time for the election or as time went on.