Afroman Is Vindicated on Free Speech

Kibbe on Liberty | Guest: Afroman

Matt Kibbe
Matt Kibbe
PUBLISHED IN Free Expression - Apr 15, 2026

After cops raided his house based on false accusations, rapper Afroman wrote an album about the incident, to which police responded with a defamation lawsuit. Last month, he finally won his case, securing an important victory for freedom of speech. Matt Kibbe caught up with Afroman on tour to discuss his interactions with the police, the value of artistic freedom, and the need to hold the government accountable to its citizens.

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Republished from Free the People.

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