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The 10 Most Controversial and Political Oscars Moments of All Time
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Since its inception in 1929, the Academy Awards has seen its fair share of political speeches and controversial moments through the years, from winners using their platform to address climate change to full-out boycotts of the event altogether.
But which are the most iconic socially aware and politically charged moments of the Academy Awards? Below, we've rounded up 10 unforgettable acceptance speeches and acts of social activism surrounding the Oscars.
10 Most Political Oscars Moments
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