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I am trying to encourage kids to do something that isn’t yet on their mind because it is not in popular culture. Popular culture tells you 'music, music, sports, sports.' It neglects the importance of a STEM education.

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will.i.am
Age: 49
Born: 1975
Born: March 15
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