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Comedian Aries Spears expressed frustration during a discussion with Vlad about Billie Eilish’s Grammy speech, where she stated, “no one is illegal on stolen land,” highlighting Indigenous rights. While Vlad acknowledged Eilish’s point but responded with a pragmatic view—“to the victor goes the spoils,” referencing historical conquest—Spears called it a “very white answer,” criticizing the dismissive attitude toward colonization’s lasting impact.
Their heated exchange followed broader commentary on racial tensions, policing, and protests. Spears challenged the justifications of excessive force by law enforcement, emphasizing the emotional and systemic weight behind such incidents. Vlad highlighted the complex realities immigration enforcers face, underlining legal frameworks, while Spears pushed back against what he saw as oversimplifications.
The debate underscored deep divides in perspectives on race, history, and justice, with Spears accusing some attitudes of perpetuating the very injustices activists like Eilish sought to spotlight.
