Man Executed By Texas Using Rap Lyrics Despite Push From Travis Scott, Fat Joe & Others
James Broadnax’s execution exposes how prosecutors weaponize rap lyrics against Black artists, sparking nationwide push for legal protections.
Maryland Passes PACE Act Protecting Rap Lyrics From Courtroom Weaponization
Maryland just passed a law that stops prosecutors from using rap lyrics against artists in court, protecting creative expression with a four-pronged test judges must follow.
RAP Act Introduced In Congress To Ban Lyrics As Evidence In Court Proceedings
“Bob Marley did not confess to having shot a sheriff,” states a press release for the proposed Restoring Artistic Protection Act (RAP Act).
