A student at Indiana State University is receiving tons of backlash for recording a racist video on TikTok which was seemingly in response to Beyonce’s latest album ‘Cowboys Carter.’
As we all know, Beyonce dropped Cowboy Carter on March 29 as Act II of a three-part project. She also featured some big artist on the album such as Dolly Parton, Miley Cyrus, Post Malone and more. Even after breaking records for the new project it seems some people are still offended that she jumped into the genre of country music. The ISU student, Asa Blanton, posted a video to her TikTok that said, “I’m sorry, if you’re Black, you’re not country,” the college student shared. “I know you were raised in the country, or your grandparents were, but they was picking,” the woman continued. “They wasn’t planting. Keep that in mind. They wasn’t making money. They was getting sold for money.”
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ISU President Deborah J. Curtis issued a statement on April 10 after the student’a video gained a lot of attention. “Upon learning that a racist video from an Indiana State University student was posted online, we immediately worked with the vice president for Student Affairs to identify the student, communicate directly with student leaders, and strategize how to prioritize student well-being and safety,” the statement read.
“Racism, hate speech, and discrimination of any kind is deplorable and in direct contradiction of Indiana State’s mission, vision, and values. The student’s comments in the video in no way represent the ideals and goals of Indiana State University. We are appalled by the sentiments expressed in the video and condemn those comments in the strongest terms.”
Curtis continued saying that there had been “rampant information spreading online,” adding that “the privacy of students, due process, and actions taken by the university and its employees cannot be shared,” due to “guidelines established by state and federal law.”
As of right now the student’s current status hasn’t been revealed to the public so it’s not clear if the student received any consequences for the shocking video.
She should be removed and lose all privileges from the University. No amount of $$ that she,family or anyone affiliated with her should be acceptable.