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Chris Rock tackled several controversial issues during his Oscar hosting gig on Sunday, but a joke about Asians has landed the comedian in hot water. During the bit, Rock spoke about calculating all the votes by Academy members and that accounting firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers had sent over some accountants to help. “They sent us their most dedicated, accurate and hard-working representatives,” he said. “Please welcome Ming Zhu, Bao Ling and David Moskowitz.” Also Read: Oscars Review: Chris Rock Fights the Power Three young children of Asian descent then appeared onstage in suits carrying briefcases. “If anybody’s upset about that joke, »
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