The art of Kevin Blythe Sampson

THE ART OF
KEVIN BLYTHE SAMPSON

1/24/10

Acting White

Saturday, January 23, 2010

#1 Blacks and Cocked Hats

Today, most people associate sideways hat wearing with rappers, counter-culture, and Black males in general, but where does it come from – and please don’t say Will Smith, Mr. Fresh Prince? It’s an important question because the style is also utilized by some authorities to profile certain ‘persons of interest’ – White-speak for Blacks and Latinos dressed like they’re getting ready to start something.

No comments:

Post a Comment