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Facebook Banned Louis Farrakhan

Facebook Banned Louis Farrakhan And It’s Not Good For Black Artists

May 9, 2019June 16, 2025 by PATMAN
A Ban Against Black Activism The nation and the entire black community woke up to the news of Facebook’s “Hammer fall” banning some high-profile individuals whose views it described as “dangerous.” This new and sudden ban imposed by the social media giant targeted Louis Farrakhan, the long-time leader and outspoken…
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5 Things Black Entrepreneurs Can Learn From Nipsey Hussle

April 8, 2019June 16, 2025 by PATMAN
Does the name, Nipsey Hussle ring a bell? Well, it depends on what you know about him. While the Los Angeles born rapper may not be a household name to some folks, Nipsey Hussle is an indie artist with a unique nature of a discography. Nipsey’s lyrical rendition did earn…
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Top 3 Reasons Why Logo Design Shouldn’t Cost Less Than $600

November 30, 2018October 23, 2019 by PATMAN
Alright folks! I have seen quite a number of posts advising you, Tom, Dick and Harry to run as fast as Usain Bolt in order to get away from cheap logo design offers as if they have an STD attached to them. So, I wondered why would a graphic designer…
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WordPress Web Designers Should Charge Higher Rates

September 27, 2018January 7, 2021 by PATMAN
Web design, better yet, web design and development is something that occurs at a particular stage in the life of a business, especially in this modern era. Since the advent of the internet, it has become possible for virtually every type of business to advertise their goods and services to…
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Top 10 Things You Should Never Say To An Artist

May 30, 2018October 29, 2022 by PATMAN
Yоu Саn’t Mаkе Any Real Money Being Аn Аrtiѕt Is thаt whу еvеrуthing аrоund uѕ is dеѕignеd bу creative mindѕ? Frоm the print оn уоur shower сurtаin tо thе grарhiс design оn уоur toothpaste tubе? It might not be a “corporate” career with a side of pretentiousness but being an…
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4 Reasons Why Mental Masturbation Is Stopping You In Business And In Life

May 17, 2018January 6, 2021 by PATMAN
From a long distance, you can tell if someone is living his or her dreams. It is possible to tell simply by gauging the conduct of the person, his or her mental disposition to the basic principles of life. How such a person conducts his/her business, how he/she aligns with…
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Top 3 Reasons Why Graphic Designers Shouldn’t Work With Rappers

May 2, 2018January 4, 2021 by PATMAN
Why the hell would someone tell graphic designers not to work with rappers?! Where does someone come off saying that?? There is probably nothing more influential and commanding in pop culture than hip hop, so we have to ask why shouldn’t a graphic designer get in the music industry and…
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The Culture Your Business Creates Is Always Personal

April 23, 2018January 4, 2021 by PATMAN
Contrary to what most people would want to believe, business isn’t just business. Let's be real, business is personal too, and that personal aspect of the business is what creates culture. Beliefs and self-inculcated values are what drives or dictates one’s personality, and it’s the same personal ego or charisma…
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Top 3 Reasons Why Artists Won’t Charge More For Their Art

April 10, 2018January 26, 2024 by PATMAN
Artwork is a piece of genius, but when it comes to pricing, it makes some artists look like amateurs. Pricing is one of the most significant challenges facing people that have unique talents and creative abilities. Such people offer great products, services and programs that excel in quality and value,…
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Your Friends and Family Are Your Worst Enemies When It Comes To Business

April 5, 2018June 14, 2021 by PATMAN
Most times in the world of business, blood isn’t thicker than water and family or friends will easily cross you thicker than strangers. But it’s quite unfortunate that many young or even established entrepreneurs are yet to realize this fact, and by the time they do; it’s already too late.…
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The Hip Hop Ghostwriter And Why Rappers Need Them

October 18, 2017October 23, 2019 by PATMAN
There was a time when rappers could straddle the dual roles of writer and rapper. That day went the way of typewriters, Kodak cameras and dinosaurs. These each had a single thing that brought about their demise. It was the advent of something better, not keeping up with the shift…
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Willfully Deciding to Be a Starving Artist is Really Stupid

June 27, 2017October 23, 2019 by PATMAN
Having a skill or hobby through which you can make money can bring independence and a financial flow that comes directly into your hands. Say enough with being a starving artist while being your own boss as you showcase your craft can come with many collateral effects. But the truth…
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ABOUT PATUNIVERSE

PATUNIVERSE is a creative cultural platform founded by Pat Fraser—also known as P.A.T. (Powerful Artistic Truth). It’s where art, music, design, and branding come together to tell bold stories and challenge the mainstream.

With over 15 years of experience, Pat combines graphic design, media strategy, writing, and music production into a creative force built on truth, originality, and cultural impact.

From branding and web design to lyrical storytelling and cultural critique, PATUNIVERSE is powered by disruptive Black intelligence and guided by vision, not trends. Whether you're an entrepreneur, artist, or thinker, this platform offers sharp, honest creativity with purpose behind every pixel and every word.

PATUNIVERSE isn't about chasing likes or blending in—it's about building a legacy rooted in expression, insight, and design that speaks with intention.

Want to know more? Explore the site, check out the blog, or connect with Pat Fraser to build something with meaning.

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