‘Never Stop Saying Their Names’: George Floyd’s Brother Calls For Action During DNC Speech
He called on Americans to seek justice and get themselves into “good trouble,” a phrase coined by the late civil rights activist and Rep. John Lewis.
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George Floyd’s Plea To Police Shown In Newly Leaked Bodycam Video
When the police tried to put Floyd in the back of a police vehicle, he warned them that he was claustrophobic. Floyd was ultimately forced to the ground.
Anti-Blackness Must Be Discussed In Arab and Muslim Communities
Black Muslims are often overlooked in conversations about Islam, and Afro-Arabs are rendered invisible in even the academic discourse about Arab politics and culture.
Judge Issues Gag Order For Ex-Officers Involved In Death Of George Floyd
An attorney for J. Alexander Kueng stated there were “multiple and inappropriate public comments” by prosecutors and other officials.
J. Alexander Kueng Spotted Out In Public & Confronted For Being One Of The Officers In The George Floyd Murder Case
The woman continued to follow him as he approached the check-out line, and she eventually caught the attention of other shoppers as she let them know he was one of the officers charged for Floyd’s death.
Wisconsin Gym’s ‘I Can’t Breathe’ Workout Faces Backlash
Some locals felt the set was a bad taste considering the brutal way Floyd died, despite the fact it’s common for CrossFit to create workouts to honor those who died.
George Floyd & Derek Chauvin’s Former Coworker Speaks Out; Says They ‘Bumped Heads’
This new revelation gives weight to the claim that the circumstances surrounding George’s death were in part personal.
Minneapolis City Bans Police Officers from Using Neck Restraints In Council Agreement; Cops Required to Intervene WhenWitnessing Excessive Force
The document states Minneapolis Police would have to update its manual to include a policy “to prohibit the use of all neck restraints or choke holds for any reason.”
Record-breaking GoFundMe Page for George Floyd’s Family Amasses More Than $13 Million
The fund was originally started by Floyd’s brother, Philonise, to support his brother's funeral expenses and his children's education.
Family Attorney Described George Floyd Was Killed By ‘The Pandemic Of Racism’ At Memorial
“George Floyd deserved better than that, we all deserve better than that.”
March On Washington In August Announced By Al Sharpton
“This is the era to deal with policing and criminal justice,” he said, noting the march would specifically be used to call for a federal policing equality act.
George Floyd’s Son Visits Site Where His Father Died & Speaks Out
Quincy said in a conference, “We want justice for what’s going on right now.”
Jimmy Carter Says Powerful People Must Reform Racist Justice System
The former president adds that “violence, whether spontaneous or consciously incited, is not a solution.”
“A Long Series Of Similar Tragedies”: George W. Bush Gives Statement About George Floyd’s Death
“It is time for America to examine our tragic failures ― and as we do, we will also see some of our redeeming strengths.”
Disrupting Peaceful George Floyd Protests with Rioting Blamed On White Agitators
“The people that are doing this are not Minneapolis residents,” Mayor Jacob Frey said.
Derek Chauvin Remains In Police Custody And Moved To Maximum Security Prison Despite Release Rumors
There have also been reports that Chauvin needs a higher level of security due to the high-profile nature of the case.
Sixth Night Of Protests Faced By Authorities After George Floyd Death
It looks like protesters are not going to stop soon as justice isn't served enough.
Cornel West Warns Protests Are More Than Just Because Of Recent Death Of Black People
“What we’re seeing here is the ways in which the vicious legacy of white supremacy manifests in organized hatred, greed and corruption,” West said.
Select Target Store Locations Temporarily Close Amid George Floyd Protest
“Our focus will remain on our team members’ safety and helping our community heal.”
“He didn’t give me the opportunity to even speak”: Trump Was Unenthusiastic On Condolence Call Says George Floyd’s Brother
The call with Trump was “so fast,” Floyd said.
Kim Kardashian Responds To Racism & Police Brutality Following George Floyd’s Murder
“Like so many of you, I am angry. I am more than angry. I am infuriated and I am disgusted.”
Initiative To Assist Minneapolis Protestors With Legal Fees Launched By Colin Kaepernick
Financial resources and access to top lawyers will be provided for protestors who face charges.
George Floyd & Derek Chauvin Worked Overlapping Security Shifts At Same Minneapolis Nightclub; New Evidence Reveals
It is unconfirmed whether they actually knew each other despite working at the same location for about a year.
Sentiments Over Murder Of George Floyd Released By Barack Obama
This shouldn’t be “normal” in 2020 America.
Woman In ‘Wheelchair’ Sprayed With Fire Extinguisher By Demonstrators; Claimed She Was Wielding A Knife To Stop The Looting
Some saw the video as a brutal attack on a disabled woman, others saw her as the aggressor and the fire extinguisher as an act of self-defense.
People’s Demand Of Justice For George Floyd Has Looters Taking Over Target in Minneapolis
With broken glass and even fires showing in some videos, it appears that looters are in an uproar.
Donald Trump Asks For George Floyd Incident Investigation To Be “Expedited”
Riots have taken over Minneapolis while fires have started all over the city, in response to the death of George Floyd.
Public Figures Demand Accountability While Expressing Outrage On George Floyd Killing
After footage of Floyd’s killing went viral, they expressed outrage over his death and called for justice.
Black Murder Videos Are Modern Day Lynchings to Control the Masses.
I can’t watch the video, the still shots are too much for Me. Reading his last words are too much to bear. “I can’t breathe”, I read the words in the voice of Alton Sterling, then again in the voice of Eric Garner.