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How Hip-Hop Fights The Power — And Also Serves It

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The Complex Relationship Between Hip-Hop and American Institutions

This chapter explores the complex relationship between hip-hop and American institutions, discussing its co-option by government entities and politicians, and its dual role as both a transgressive and conforming force. It also delves into the global impact of hip-hop and its ties to American power and imperialism.

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