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That's what it would have taken to avoid the stabbing incident of Karmelo Anthony, recently found guilty of murder. I could, but many I know, could not.

SUMMARY FROM AI:
Altercation: track event was delayed due to heavy rain and thunderstorms. Anthony, sought shelter under a team tent belonging to [another school], which Austin Metcalf attended. Metcalf and his twin brother asked Anthony to leave the tent. Anthony was asked to leave as many as 15 times over a two-minute period.
The Escalation: An argument ensued during which Anthony verbally insulted the students and allegedly warned, "Touch me and see what happens," while reaching into his backpack. Metcalf stood up and pushed or grabbed Anthony to remove him from the tent. Anthony then pulled a five-inch black knife from his backpack and stabbed Metcalf once in the chest.
Outcome: Metcalf died short time later.

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Easy solution: be nice, let him stay, talk... De-escallation skills. Beyond that... Anthony would have had to swallow pride and run in a storm.

I'll call out AA history..."black people"... I've seen this pride in many, possiby part of culture? don't mess with it.

The solution to that is humility training, growing up, wisdom... but that is found in few places, not easily managed in teens.

We need a "higher calling" to guide us imho.

It is possible, this judgement was wrong.

https://www.foxnews.com/us/karmelo-anthony-jury-reaches-verdict-murder-trial-texas-track-meet-stabbing

Post horiffically shortened as GAG complained. So if not enough detail, complain to gag.

I was thinking the other day about how modern rap has lost its identity because most artists today sound exactly the same. Whether it is female rappers like GloRilla, Megan Thee Stallion, Latto, and Cardi B, or the mainstream male rappers, everyone is using the same repetitive beats and formulas. The content feels so shallow now, mostly focusing on money, jewelry, body parts, and sexual themes, which leaves these newer artists with zero longevity.

I really miss the old-school era where artists were true lyricists and ultimate entertainers. In the 90s and early 2000s, you had heavy hitters like Nas, Tupac, and DMX alongside incredible women like Queen Latifah, MC Lyte, little Kim, and Lady of Rage. They brought high energy, exciting penmanship, clever wordplay, and deep lyricism. Beyond having that hardcore edge, they were multidimensional, highly talented, and had a powerful image. Most importantly, old-school artists had undeniable stage presence and actually knew how to perform and command a crowd live. Every single artist back then had a completely different sound, unique style, and distinct look.

That raw individuality and performance standard are exactly what is missing across the entire industry today. Just look at Queen Latifah hosting the American Music Awards last night—that is the exact level of legend status and ultimate crossover success I want to develop them to achieve.

Do you think that 90s style of music, star power, and performance could actually dominate the charts if it came back right now, or has the music industry changed too much for listeners to appreciate real talent?