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NEW: More than 9,000 people signed a petition, after a D.C. business owner says he was forced to turn down his music on 7th St. NW. More reaction @ 10 & 11 on @abc7dc.
“Tell T-mobile, the city, and residents who don't understand the cultural significance and history of go-go music in Washington, D.C. that this is unacceptable. Bring back the music!” - Petition change.org/p/ronald-moten…
NOW: Dispute between Ron Moten, who started petition, and resident who says he wants business to turn down the go-go music on 7th St. NW.
“They trying to kill our culture.” - Ron Moten
Do have videos in your archives of the business (formerly owned by #MetroPCS) on 7th St. NW?

The #GoGo music is only playing on the inside today, but for many years it played on the outside.

Please share your memories.
I asked Ron Moten if he believes gentrification is at the root of this issue, he said ‘absolutely’.
“Today it’s go-go, tomorrow it’s going to be you.” - Protester

Follow conversation using hashtag #DONTMUTEDC.
Councilmember @BrianneKNadeau says she sent a letter to @TMobile this afternoon. #DontMuteDC
NEW: @TheShayDC releases statement following protest over #GoGo music.
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