Musical artists bail from Freedom 250 fair over ‘political involvement’ - POLITICO

“Unfortunately, what was presented to us as a celebration of our country has evolved into something much more divisive than what I agreed to be a part of,” Michaels wrote Thursday on Instagram. The Poison lead singer also said the safety of his fans, band, crew and family was factored into his decision, including threats that were “completely unfounded and unforgivable.”…

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