Rapper Nicki Minaj recently rolled out a public criticism stance against California's Governor Gavin Newsom.
The news comes after a viral clip from a recent event was circulated on social media. In that video, the governor is seen speaking about his personal life and academic challenges, including how he got a low SAT score and struggles with reading due to dyslexia. This was a means to try to appear more relatable.
{img}Minaj took to social media to condemn those remarks and stated how she felt that the way he spoke down to the audience was patronizing and so insulting, especially when it came down to the black community.
She continued to argue about how, by slowing his speech and framing his own perceived shortcomings alongside the phrase, 'I am like you!', he seemed to come across as someone who was treating the audience like kids.
{img}Minaj's reactions have stirred mega controversy online and reignited debate about Newsom's communication style and intentions.
Some supporters of the governor stated his comments were designed to build rapport and discuss overcoming adversity, but the rapper disagreed and slammed him.