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Pharrell Critiques Politics, Advocates Merit at Demo Day

12/9/2025

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Pharrell Williams spoke at the 5th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day in Miami on November 14, 2025, criticizing American politics.
He described politics as a "magic trick" creating division.
He urged merit over race in business, noting mixed online reactions.
The key to Miami-Dade County was awarded to Williams for his contributions to Black creativity and entrepreneurship.

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Pharrell Williams spoke at the 5th Annual Black Ambition Demo Day in Miami on November 14, 2025, criticizing American politics.
He described politics as a "magic trick" creating division.
He urged merit over race in business, noting mixed online reactions.
The key to Miami-Dade County was awarded to Williams for his contributions to Black creativity and entrepreneurship.