"Texas Governor Clashes with SXSW Over Musician Boycott"
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After Texas Governor Greg Abbott urged boycotting artists to not return to SXSW due to their objection to the festival's U.S. Army sponsorship, SXSW responded, stating that they do not agree with the governor's sentiment and emphasizing their commitment to welcoming diverse viewpoints. Multiple musical acts have pulled out of the festival over the U.S. Army's sponsorship, with 60 artists reportedly skipping the event. The boycotting artists, including Kneecap, cited the U.S. Army's "super" sponsorship and the festival's platforming of defense companies involved in conflicts as their reasons for withdrawal.
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