Ashanti Named Tourism Ambassador
Sunday, August 3rd, 2008
Who’s the best face to put forward when promoting tourism? Ashanti’s, apparently.
The R&B singer was named a tourism ambassador by Nassau County in Long Island, one of nine to be introduced by the county. All nine will be responsible for bringing in visitors with their image of Nassau as “The Island Next Door”.
Proud? Don’t be so quick. She’s already been hit with some controversy. Apparently a Republican lawmaker is slamming Ashanti and her promoters for using Nassau County’s funds for her personal expenses, including having her hair done and staying at a hotel. The total amount hits close to $7,000.
And that’s public money. Lovely.