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Battle of Richmond reenactment: 161 years later, some participants still differ on cause, legacy of

The annual Battle of Richmond reenactment reveals there are still differences of opinion over the origin and legacy of the Civil War.

WEKU · Aug 30, 2023

Rich Men North of Richmond singer condemns Republicans after song used in debate

Oliver Anthony responds after politicians discuss his No 1 hit on stage: ‘I wrote that song about those people’

The Guardian - US · Aug 25, 2023

Remy: Rich Men North of Richmond (Federal Employee Version)

It's a hard time for us, too.

Reason · Aug 25, 2023

Oliver Anthony’s divisive song claiming solidarity with workers only benefits the rich who exploit them

The YouTube singer’s US No 1 hit Rich Men North of Richmond rails against billionaires but punches down on the poor. So I decided to write a song in reply

The Guardian - UK · Aug 22, 2023

The protest song that’s taken America by storm hits too many false notes

Rich Men North of Richmond represents the poor but lets the wealthy off the hook

The Guardian - UK · Aug 20, 2023

Do Republican anthems have to be as terrible as Oliver Anthony’s viral hit ‘Rich Men North of Richmond?

The pointed protest song has become a No 1 hit, aided by endorsements from Joe Rogan and a host of prominent American conservatives. The issues aren’t just political, writes Louis Chilton – the track is just downright bad

The Independent UK · Aug 16, 2023

Rich Men North of Richmond punches down. No surprise the right wing loves it

Oliver Anthony’s song tells the story of a man struggling under Washington’s thumb – with a few jabs at those on food stamps

The Guardian - US · Aug 16, 2023

Fun, Silly Anti-Tax Ballad 'Rich Men North of Richmond' Goes Viral for Some Online Reasons

If you don't take Oliver Anthony's surprise hit song too seriously, it's a lot of fun. Regrettably, a lot of people are taking the song much too seriously indeed.

Reason · Aug 14, 2023

Richmond now home to one of seven outdoor fitness courts in the Commonwealth

A new era of fitness is officially underway in Richmond’s Lake Reba Park. City officials and park enthusiasts gathered Tuesday for the ribbon cutting of the outdoor fitness court.

WEKU · Aug 2, 2023

‘It’s bleak’: string of family firms shut in Rishi Sunak’s Yorkshire seat

Four businesses in market town of Richmond announce closure in past week as cost of living crisis bites

The Guardian - UK · Jul 31, 2023