A letter to those who don’t know what to say, Black Lives Matter protests are happening all across the country. While they were sparked by the death of George Floyd, an unarmed Black man who died in police custody, they are fueled by decades of police brutality against Black Americans that stem from systematic racism in both our police force and country as a whole.
While saying something is crucial during times like these, there are several things to be done in addition to speaking out. Take action.
Racism C.A.L.L.S for action: Challenge: Call out injustices when you see them. Evaluate the individuals you have elected/plan to elect into leadership. Acknowledge: Admit the reality of the oppression black people face.
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