There's a place for him, but he's the final determinant as to whether he achieves that or not. He needs to capture the imagination of a universe hung… - Harry Belafonte

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There's a place for him, but he's the final determinant as to whether he achieves that or not. He needs to capture the imagination of a universe hungry for decent thought and passion. All he has to do is be truthful and have a vision for what to do and stop playing a goddamn game of politics. If he does that, he'll get everything he needs.

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About Harry Belafonte

Harry Belafonte (born Harold George Bellanfanti Jr; March 1, 1927 – April 25, 2023) was a Jamaican-American singer, songwriter, activist and actor, born in Harlem, New York who was of Jamaican ancestry. He was dubbed the "King of Calypso" for popularizing the Caribbean musical style in the 1950s including the song "Day-O (The Banana Boat Song)". Throughout his career, he was an advocate for civil rights and humanitarian causes. He was a vocal critic of the policies of the George W. Bush presidential administration.

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Pen Names: Raymond Bell
Birth Name: Harold George Bellanfanti
Also Known As: King of Calypso
Alternative Names: Harold George Belafonte Jr. Belafonte Harold George Bellanfanti Jr. Harry Bellanfanti Jr. Harold George Belafonte
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