Wyclef Jean Considering Run for President of Haiti
3:35 pm, July 26th, 2010
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Wyclef Jean is considering a run for president of Haiti.
His Yele Haiti foundation released a statement indicating that the performer is seriously weighing a bid as support rallies around the native son who raised awareness of the country’s plight after January’s massive earthquake.
“Wyclef’s commitment to his homeland and its youth is boundless, and he will remain its greatest supporter regardless of whether he is part of the government moving forward.”
“At this time, Wyclef Jean has not announced his intent to run for Haitian president. If and when a decision is made, media will be alerted immediately.”
A Canadian newspaper cites a “source close to the government” as saying that Jean is waiting for paperwork to be processed.
Jean co-hosted the enormous “Hope For Haiti Now” event in January to raise funds for his earthquake-ravaged home country. He’s been a highly visible advocate for the nation both before and after the disaster.
Elections to replace current president Rene Preval will be held on November 28.
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