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Maino Reflects On Diddy’s Sexual Assault Allegations, Makes Comparisons To COINTELPRO

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In a recent sitdown on The Baller Alert Show, Maino offered his perspective on the sexual assault allegations against Diddy. However, rather than focusing solely on the allegations themselves, Maino discussed historical parallels. Furthermore, he drew comparisons to the FBI’s COINTELPRO (Counterintelligence Program) operations against Black political leaders of decades past. “Do you think it’s an agenda to destroy popular Black men?” one of the hosts asked. “If you knew anything about history in the 60s, these were some of the tactics they used to destroy you,” Maino elaborated.

Moreover, Maino’s remarks began with a touch of humor, as he jokingly commented on the name of one of Diddy’s accusers, producer Rodney “Lil Rod” Jones. “You got some dude named Lil Rod,” Maino started. Then adding, “First of all, there should be a f*cking pause on his name. The n*gga’s name [is] Lil Rod? That’s pause.” Furthermore, moving beyond the lighthearted banter, Maino shifted the conversation towards a more serious tone, drawing parallels between the lawsuits accusing Diddy of sexual assault and the FBI’s COINTELPRO operations. He highlighted the tactics employed by the Bureau, including misinformation campaigns, false labeling of individuals as informants, and propaganda aimed at discrediting Black leaders and organizations.

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Maino emphasized the impact of such tactics, noting that they were designed to divide and conquer communities. In addition, he further elaborated by saying that these types of organizations were created to bring disorganization and mistrust among communities. He compared between the tactics used by the FBI in the 1960s and the media-fueled allegations and investigations against Diddy today. He suggesting a pattern of undermining Black leadership and perpetuating disunity. “They would put out misinformation,” he said. “They would send out letters, and it keeps us disorganized.” “Also, propaganda, which is fueled through the media, has always been used,” Maino continued. Furthermore, by invoking the historical context of COINTELPRO, Maino shed light on the broader implications of the allegations against Diddy.

In addition, he framed them within a context of systemic oppression and injustice. His remarks serve as a reminder of the enduring legacy of government surveillance and interference in Black activism, highlighting the need for vigilance and solidarity in the face of adversity. Social media’s response was mixed. “Folks are really out here defending this dude wow,” one person wrote. “Great leader of whom? What are these entertainers leading?” another questioned. As Maino’s commentary demonstrates, the allegations against Diddy are not just about individual wrongdoing, but also about broader patterns of power and control. What are your thoughts on this subject? Let us know on HNHH!

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#BHM Happy Born Day To The Man Named Allah! 7 Facts That You May Not Know About The Founder Of The 5% Nation

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Many people may have heard of the “Five Percenters” or the teachings that stem from this cultural phenomenon born in the ghettos of America, but there are very few who are familiar with the origins of the 5% Nation (also known as the Nation Of Gods and Earths) or that of the founder of the Five Percent, who is best known as Allah. Artists and athletes such as Jay-Z and Carmelo Anthony have shown either their allegiance or alliance to Allah’s 56-year-old Nation. Of all of the religious and nationalist movements of the revolutionary 1960s, his story is always left out of Black History Month recognition, even though Allah met the same treacherous fate as many of the Black leaders of that era.

Born on this date in 1928, the man known as Allah was born Clarence Edward Smith to Louis and Mary Smith in Danville, Virginia. He moved to Harlem, New York as a young adult and it was from there that he began his lifelong journey in establishing a legacy of pride, righteousness, and all-inclusivity among the youth that has expanded all over the globe.

In commemoration of Black History Month, TheSource.com brings you seven facts about Allah and what his 5% Nation has brought to the Black, Latino, Asian and white youth in the United States and around the world.

  1. Allah fought in the Korean War; won several medals including the Silver Star and Purple Heart.
  2. He was a member of Nation Of Islam’s Temple No. 7 under Minister Malcolm X, however, left the NOI in 1963 shortly before Malcolm’s departure.
  3. Allah was given the “Street Academy” at 2122 7th Avenue(now known as Allah School In Mecca) by NYC Mayor John Lindsay in 1967.
  4. Allah was proficient at martial arts, which he learned in Korea and was an instructor to the members of NOI security, Fruit Of Islam.
  5. Allah was not anti-white and taught white 5%ers, including Mayor Lindsay’s assistant Barry Gotterher.
  6. Allah was killed by unknown assailants on June 13, 1969, however, it was revealed in a document declassified by the FBI in 1981 that he was a target of J.Edgar Hoover’s COINTELPRO initiative aimed at Black leaders.
  7. The message of the 5% is not a thing of Hip Hop’s past. Artists such as NYC’s Fame Labs, Detroit’s(D-Mecca) Njeri Earth and Allah Magnetic aka Mullah Don who carries on Allah’s tradition through their music.

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Happy Birthday Allah! 7 Facts That You May Not Know About The Founder Of The 5% Nation

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Many people may have heard of the “Five Percenters” or the teachings that stem from this cultural phenomenon born in the ghettos of America, but there are very few who are familiar with the origins of the 5% Nation (also known as the Nation Of Gods and Earths) or that of the founder of the Five Percent, who is best known as Allah. Artists and athletes such as Jay-Z and Carmelo Anthony have shown either their allegiance or alliance to Allah’s 56-year-old Nation. Of all of the religious and nationalist movements of the revolutionary 1960s, his story is always left out of Black History Month recognition, even though Allah met the same treacherous fate as many of the Black leaders of that era.

Born on this date in 1928, the man known as Allah was born Clarence Edward Smith to Louis and Mary Smith in Danville, Virginia. He moved to Harlem, New York as a young adult and it was from there that he began his lifelong journey in establishing a legacy of pride, righteousness, and all-inclusivity among the youth that has expanded all over the globe.

In commemoration of Black History Month, TheSource.com brings you seven facts about Allah and what his 5% Nation has brought to the Black, Latino, Asian and white youth in the United States and around the world.

  1. Allah fought in the Korean War; won several medals including the Silver Star and Purple Heart.
  2. He was a member of Nation Of Islam’s Temple No. 7 under Minister Malcolm X, however, left the NOI in 1963 shortly before Malcolm’s departure.
  3. Allah was given the “Street Academy” at 2122 7th Avenue(now known as Allah School In Mecca) by NYC Mayor John Lindsay in 1967.
  4. Allah was proficient at martial arts, which he learned in Korea and was an instructor to the members of NOI security, Fruit Of Islam.
  5. Allah was not anti-white and taught white 5%ers, including Mayor Lindsay’s assistant Barry Gotterher.
  6. Allah was killed by unknown assailants on June 13, 1969, however, it was revealed in a document declassified by the FBI in 1981 that he was a target of J.Edgar Hoover’s COINTELPRO initiative aimed at Black leaders.
  7. The message of the 5% is not a thing of Hip Hop’s past. Artists such as NYC’s Fame Labs, Detroit’s(D-Mecca) Njeri Earth and Allah Magnetic aka Mullah Don who carries on Allah’s tradition through their music.

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