Realize your voice can be heard in non-traditional audiences.
Jay-Z became active in politics through the HeadCount organization and various other voting drive initiatives; encouraging registration, participation, and sending voters to polling stations. He also became a public supporter of President Obama and helped raise $4 million for his re-election campaign. Carter states, “Growing up, politics never trickled down to the areas, where we come from. Obama himself; reached out to me and asked for my help on the campaign. We’ve had dinner and we’ve spoken on the phone. He’s a very sharp guy. Very charming. Very cool.”
