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Jul 23, 2007
Quickie Link: Mixed Feelings on Banton's Signing Anti-Hate Agreement
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By vanrozenheim
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(Jamaica) - The news that Buju Banton had signed was welcomed by gay rights groups in Jamaica, where attacks on gay people are common and gay sex is illegal. Carl Edmonson, from Jamaican gay rights group J-Flag, said: "I really hope that his actions are genuine and it is not just because international pressure is hurting his pocket. We hope it is a sincere commitment that will end homophobic violence." Others were more pragmatic about Banton's actions. Mark Richards, known as DJ Kemist from reggae label Xtremix records, said: "I can see why he's done it. He doesn't want to jeopardise his whole career over just a few songs. But it doesn't mean it's going to change any of his opinions."
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