Lee Greenwood, the conservative singer whose “God Bless the USA” has become an anthem for Republicans, became the latest performer to pull out of the National Rifle Association‘s weekend convention in Houston in the wake of the Texas school massacre.
Greenwood joined “American Pie” singer Don McLean, and country superstar Larry Gatlin in skipping the event, which has taken on heightened controversy as the shooting in an Uvalde school has reignited the debate about gun control.
“As a father, I join the rest of America in being absolutely heartbroken by the horrific event that transpired this week in Texas. I was scheduled to perform at NRA’s private event on Saturday with my band,” Greenwood said in a statement. “After careful consideration, we have decided to cancel the appearance out of respect for those mourning the loss of those innocent children and teachers in Uvalde.”
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