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LL Cool J backs out of Philadelphia concert in support of workers

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LL Cool J won't perform in the Wawa Welcome America Fourth of July Concert in Philadelphia, saying he won't "cross a picket line" amid the ongoing strike involving the city's largest municipal workers' union.

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  • LL Cool J announced he will not perform at the Wawa Welcome America Festival due to a municipal workers' strike. 15s
  • The artist stated he would not cross a picket line while workers are fighting for a living wage. 42s
  • District Council 33 and the mayor of Philadelphia expressed support for LL Cool J's decision. 1m 12s
  • LL Cool J remains in Philadelphia in case an agreement is reached between the parties. 1m 42s
  • Jasmine Sullivan is scheduled to perform at the event as planned. 1m 51s
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