Mayor Eric Adams's office pressured SummerStage to cancel an upcoming concert by Kehlani, citing safety concerns related to her pro-Palestine views. The concert, scheduled for June 26, was reportedly affected by the recent turmoil surrounding a similar event at Cornell University, which was also canceled. In a letter from Deputy Mayor Randy Mastro, the administration threatened to revoke the concert organizers' license if they failed to address public safety risks. Following the pressure, SummerStage cancelled the event, confirming the influence of the mayor's office on their decision.
The decision to cancel the concert was a direct response to the mayor's office expressing safety concerns, especially regarding Kehlani's pro-Palestine activism.
The mayor's office admitted that the cancellation was the desired outcome, emphasizing the importance of public safety amidst controversial political views.
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