Is the FBI Going Too Far by Watching Eminem?

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The discussion centers around the FBI's alleged investigation of Eminem due to his controversial lyrics, exploring themes of censorship, government oversight, and the implications of artistic expression. Participants express varying opinions on the appropriateness of the FBI's actions and the nature of censorship.

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express concern that the FBI's investigation of Eminem represents an overreach and a form of censorship.
  • Others argue that the situation does not constitute censorship, suggesting that the government's actions are a standard response to perceived threats.
  • There is a call for evidence regarding the claims of the FBI's involvement, with participants requesting links to original news articles.
  • Some participants reflect on the historical context of government investigations into artists and public figures, suggesting that such policies have been in place for decades.
  • One participant humorously suggests that the FBI's interest in Eminem might be more about entertainment than serious investigation.
  • Another participant critiques Eminem's character while simultaneously expressing a sense of satisfaction that he is being questioned by authorities.
  • There is a sarcastic remark about the FBI's focus on Eminem, implying that they must have run out of more significant leads to pursue.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally disagree on whether the FBI's actions are justified or an overreach. There is no consensus on the implications of the investigation or the nature of censorship in this context.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal opinions about Eminem's character and talent, which may influence participants' views on the investigation. The discussion also highlights the ambiguity surrounding the definition of censorship and the government's role in monitoring artistic expression.

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Are things going to far.

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I just read in the newspaper that Eminem wrote this song saying something like (not sure if the lyrics are 100% right so forgive me!)

"I don't care about dead presidents, I'd rather see the president dead."

Of course, he's referring to not rapping for money.

BUT

Apparently the FBI on on his case for being unpatriotic.



WTF?

Not that I like Eminem or anything (I really think he's not that grand and too monotonous but that's just a personal gripe).Too me, this censorship thing has gone a bit too far.
 
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Too me, this censorship thing has gone a bit too far.
Just want to make a (possibly pedantic) point...

This is not censorship.
 
do you have a link?
 
I've read something about this...who knows? I do know that Bush and Ashcroft are the sort of people who are incapable of seeing something like this as anything but a threat.
 
I find it absurd that the government will investigate eminem for that. I don't think this news is true or it would've been all over now. Do you have a link to the original news article.
 
Well, here's the archived story link from Drudge

linky But, I just have to say..that it's been policy to interview and investigate any threats...even those like this for as long as I can remember. At least back to Ford, and perhaps even back as far as Kennedy or further.
 
If you were to say that sort of thing publicly (or sing it), and maybe get lots of youngsters to repeatedly chant it as they walked about like brainwashed zombies, you should expect to raise a few eyebrows. It seems silly to expect that the FBI is going to be able to uncover a sinister plot behind any of this (could this guy actually be more than an orifice?), so what really does the FBI hope to accomplish?
Authority doesn’t like to be made fun of. I think all that will really come from it is to frighten others from speaking similar things in the future.
 
So the FBI is watching Eminem. Yay. At last he has an audience.
 
Originally posted by Adam
So the FBI is watching Eminem. Yay. At last he has an audience.

The FBI will no doubt purchase some of his albuns, listen to them forward and in reverse, and perhaps begin chanting like brainwashed zombies.
 
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Originally posted by kat
Well, here's the archived story link from Drudge

linky But, I just have to say..that it's been policy to interview and investigate any threats...even those like this for as long as I can remember. At least back to Ford, and perhaps even back as far as Kennedy or further.

Thanks for the link. Eminem's talented but he's also an arrogant, pompous prick.
In a weird way, I feel good that he's being questioned.
 
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They must have exhausted all other leads & jailed all the terrorists already to go after the white rapper.
 

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