Jane Fonda, Patti Smith, Rufus Wainwright to Headline Free First Amendment Concert in NYC
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Charisma Madarang
Crisped on the outside, thoughtful enough on the inside.
Summary
A 90-minute concert event called "Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment" will take place on June 14 in New York City, featuring performances by Jane Fonda, Bette Midler, Joy Reid, Patti Smith, Rufus Wainwright, Sasha Allen, and Broadway Inspirational Voices. The event will stream online for free, with watch parties hosted by partner organizations nationwide. All proceeds benefit the Committee for the First Amendment.
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All proceeds from the event will go toward the work of the Committee for the First Amendment
National partner organizations and local civic groups will also host watch parties across the country
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