Dr. Kaye weighs in on Jay-Z's partnership with Target to release an exclusive vinyl of "Reasonable Doubt" marking the album's 30th anniversary, a move that puts him at odds with an ongoing consumer boycott of the retail giant.
The boycott, led by activist Nekima Levy Armstrong and others, was sparked by Target's decision to scale back DEI initiatives, its ties to the Trump administration, and reports of ICE operations in its stores. The campaign has dealt significant blows to the company, contributing to a $12 billion drop in valuation, a CEO change, and more than 1,000 job cuts.
Dr. Kaye and Nekima reflect on what Jay-Z's involvement means for Black consumer solidarity and why the community remains committed to holding corporations accountable.
This audio was summarized by an AI assisted tool and edited by WEAA staff.