Artists Cancel Kennedy Center Shows Over Donald Trump Renaming

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Doug Varone and Dancers joined other artists in canceling performances after the Kennedy Center was renamed to include Donald Trump.The New York dance company and the jazz group the Cookers withdrew following earlier protests by Chuck Redd and Kristy Lee.
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