That’s why, when Mr. Bragg heard about the shooting of Alex Pretti by U.S. immigration agents in Minnesota, he was inspired to write, record, and release a song within 24 hours. “City of Heroes” came out on Tuesday. It’s one of several protest songs about Minneapolis released this week – including one by Bruce Springsteen. Mr. Bragg’s “City of Heroes” lauds citizens in the North Star State for their bravery in standing up for their neighbors. His song also draws historical parallels to other resistance movements against tyranny. That’s why Mr. Bragg says that if his guitar had a slogan on it, he would choose a different phrase than Mr. Guthrie’s. Mr. Bragg’s motto would be “Death to Cynicism.”