Candace Owens
Political commentator and activist
Born
April 29th, 1989
36 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
United States
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Contributed to conservative discourse through political commentary and media appearances. Served as a spokesperson for Turning Point USA and hosted the podcast 'Candace'. Engaged in debates on social issues and policies, focusing on topics related to race, feminism, and economic freedom. Authored the book 'Blackout: How Black America Can Make Its Second Escape from the Democratic Plantation', presenting a conservative perspective on the African American community's political landscape.
Hosted the podcast 'Candace'
Authored the book 'Blackout'
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