Sarah Gilbert — MEI Fellow While the public’s attention has been turned to the high-profile case involving Atlanta rapper Young Thug and the chaotic trial proceedings, the issue of using lyrics as evidence in court has sparked significant outrage. Young Thug’s lyrics were cited in a RICO indictment against him and members of his Young Stoner Life collective. Although this… Continue reading Lyrics on Trial: How the RAP Act and State Laws Aim to Protect Artistic Expression in Court
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