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Protests have erupted all over the US over the death of George Floyd. Cities are imposing curfews and states are activating National Guard members to calm down the demonstrators but they continue to express pain and anger with chants, signs and outbreaks of violence.

And while many questions, like what's going to happen to the police officers involved in the incident, are still unanswered, one thing is certain: the demands for justice and an end to police brutality against African Americans have united the entire country and people of all backgrounds are taking a knee together.

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A Group Of Black People Protecting A Cop Who Got Separated From The Others

A Group Of Black People Protecting A Cop Who Got Separated From The Others

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one is touching, seriously. This police officer is actually armed. And yet, there is this mutual trust and care for one another. Totally kills all stereotypes both about the protesters and the police.

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Based on accounts from witnesses, video footage, and official statements, here's what the public knows about Mr. Floyd's death so far.

Everything began with a report of a fake $20 bill. A report was made on the evening of the 25th of May, when Mr. Floyd bought a pack of cigarettes from a grocery store. The store employee thought the $20 bill Mr. Floyd paid with was counterfeit and reported it to police.

Mr. Floyd had been living in Minneapolis for several years after. He had recently been working as a bouncer but just like so many other Americans became unemployed during the coronavirus pandemic.

Mr. Floyd was a regular at Cup Foods, the grocery store where he tried to buy the cigarettes. Mike Abumayyaleh, the owner of the store, told NBC that Mr. Floyd was a friendly face and a pleasant customer who never caused any trouble. But Mr. Abumayyaleh wasn't working that day.

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A Veteran Protesting His Government After Fighting For It Shows The United Fight For Equality

A Veteran Protesting His Government After Fighting For It Shows The United Fight For Equality

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At around 20:08, two police officers arrived at the scene. Mr. Floyd was sitting in a car parked around the corner with two other people.

After approaching them, one of the officers, Thomas Lane, pulled out his gun and ordered Mr. Floyd to show his hands. In an account of the incident, prosecutors didn't explain why Mr. Lane thought it necessary to draw his gun.

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According to the prosecutors, Mr. Lane "put his hands on Mr. Floyd, and pulled him out of the car". Then Mr. Floyd began actively resisting handcuffs.

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A Protester And A Police Officer Today In Fargo. This Is What Solidarity Looks Like

A Protester And A Police Officer Today In Fargo. This Is What Solidarity Looks Like

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Once handcuffed, however, Mr. Floyd became compliant and Mr. Lane explained that he was being arrested for "passing counterfeit currency".

But when officers tried to put Mr. Floyd in their squad car, a struggle erupted.

At around 20:14, Mr. Floyd "stiffened up, fell to the ground, and told the officers he was claustrophobic", a transcript released by authorities explained.

Mr. Chauvin arrived at the scene. He and other officers were involved in further attempts to get Mr. Floyd in the police car.

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It’s Not White vs. Black, Rich vs. Poor, Police vs. Citizens....it’s Everyone vs. Racists

It’s Not White vs. Black, Rich vs. Poor, Police vs. Citizens....it’s Everyone vs. Racists

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At 20:19, Mr. Chauvin pulled Mr. Floyd out of the passenger side, causing the man to fall to the ground.

As he lay there, face down, still in handcuffs, witnesses started to film Mr. Floyd. He appeared to be in a distressed state. These moments, captured on multiple mobile phones and shared widely on social media, were Mr. Floyd's last.

As officers were restraining Mr. Floyd, Mr. Chauvin placed his left knee between his head and neck.

"I can't breathe," Mr. Floyd said repeated, pleading for his mother and begging "please, please, please".

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Mr. Chauvin kept his knee on Mr. Floyd's neck for 8 minutes and 46 seconds.

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My 6yr Old Daughter, She Sees Whats On The News, We Explained What Happened To George Floyd And She Was Mortified. Today She Made A Sign And Is Doing Her Own Peaceful Protest In Our Front Yard. I Am So Proud!

My 6yr Old Daughter, She Sees Whats On The News, We Explained What Happened To George Floyd And She Was Mortified. Today She Made A Sign And Is Doing Her Own Peaceful Protest In Our Front Yard. I Am So Proud!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That little girl has more empathy and strength than the president of the U.S.A. She is a gem.

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About 6 minutes into that period, Mr. Floyd became non-responsive. It was approximately then when Mr. Floyd fell silent and bystanders urged the officers to check his pulse.

One of the other officers, JA Kueng, did exactly that and said he "couldn't find one". But the officers did not move.

At 20:27, Mr. Chauvin removed his knee from Mr. Floyd's neck. He was taken to the Hennepin County Medical Center in an ambulance and was pronounced dead around an hour later.

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From The Raleigh Protest

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On Friday, Hennepin County Attorney Michael Freeman charged Mr. Chauvin with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. His bail has been set at $500,000.

Mr. Floyd's family and their attorney, Benjamin Crump, are upset that Mr. Chauvin wasn't charged with a more serious offense.

"We expected a first-degree murder charge. We want a first-degree murder charge. And we want to see the other officers arrested," Crump and the family said in a statement. "We call on authorities to revise the charges to reflect the true culpability of this officer."

If convicted of third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter, Mr. Chauvin would be facing up to 25 years in prison on the first charge and up to 10 years on the second.

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Mr. Freeman said charges against the other three officers are likely.

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Portland, Oregon. Police Demonstrating And Trying To Show They Hear And Understand The Frustration.

Portland, Oregon. Police Demonstrating And Trying To Show They Hear And Understand The Frustration.

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A GoFundMe campaign dedicated to George Floyd has raised more than $7 million.

George Floyd's brother, Philonise Floyd, organized the fundraiser, which is called the Official George Floyd Memorial Fund. According to the page's description, the funds will be used to cover funeral and burial expenses, grief counseling and lodging and travel for all court proceedings.

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Now, after tens of thousands of people flooded the streets across the United States, after buildings were set on fire and businesses were looted, President Trump has criticized the unrest, and Attorney General William P. Barr warned people that contributing to the destruction could make them face federal charges. Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota said the people who are defying curfews and trying to instigate police were no longer protesting police brutality, but rather seeking to exploit Mr. Floyd’s death for their own political motives.

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George Floyd - Philadelphia Protest Today

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The people who clean up the injuries and notify families, "I'm sorry, he didn't make it"... are gonna be against racial violence. My mom in the 1960s? Same. Me now? Same. We all bleed red, folks.

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This Man Has Been Standing Alone In Our Town Square For The Past Few Days, Gods Bless His Courage

This Man Has Been Standing Alone In Our Town Square For The Past Few Days, Gods Bless His Courage

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Helping Cleaning Up

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw these images circulating on social media earlier this morning and they are truly moving. These are the images that the news rarely shows us and likely doesn't want us to see. I will never ever be able to understand the level of sadness, anger, hurt, and frustration felt by the black community, but I'm so happy to see images like these of communities of all skin tones, sexual orientations, ages, and religions band together to foster change.

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Even The 'Church Of God' Community Are Standing By George

Even The 'Church Of God' Community Are Standing By George

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Fun fact: Not all "Plain" folks are Amish. These people are a 20th century cult called Church of God Restoration. Still cool they turned up, but they're not Amish. https://www.facebook.com/tcog1/posts/1137238226631351?hc_location=ufi

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It means that the corruption has crossed the lines. It's the 21st century already and there still people with authority whose brains still haven't developed enough to tell a human being when they see one. Disgusting.

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Sarah Luna
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Tut-tut, I am in fact "an English" but I come from Amish blood. The Amish are VERY well versed in technology, yet are still better than you at building barns. :-D

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Leo Domitrix
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Someone else pointed out, they're not Amish, but they're among the "plain folk", and good on them!

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Rudrani Love
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Love the ART though....so beautiful pictures,,,,I cannot believe MAINSTREAM MEDIA screaming news people have not shown these...OMG....what reasons might they have had ?!...

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Lisa Wright
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These people are not Amish! The Amish are a quiet community that abhors violence of any kind and do not bring attention to themselves. They would never participate in protesting! I wish people would quit lying about this. Just because they dress plainly, does not make them Amish. This is disgusting and slander on their culture.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are NOT Amish, and the original poster clarified that later, and even took the word Amish down from his post. This group dresses modestly but their beliefs, customs and backgrounds have NOTHING to do with Amish, who never get involved in political things, protests or anything like this.

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

An endorsment from people not willing to do anything for their own Nation. These things here are not worthy people. Worthy of No Nation

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2 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

unjustified murder?stop your f*****g lies,chauvin is a scapegoat if you cant admit that then youre a liar.

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Will Tradon
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Another Photoshop job. This one is highly edited. Also, the person who edited it was so lazy that they didn't hide the metadata on the photo, which listed Photoshop as the Creator Tool used.

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Mike Norledge
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

justice for everybody! .. that includes innocent harassed tortured targeted individuals of all nations colours and creeds

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Cameron Shiell
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You do know he was a career criminal... right. Now the cop that killed him is also a criminal and will probably go to jail.

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Donna Libbey
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They are a good people just choosing to live a simple life off the grid.

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Kelly Hartle
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Though these are not Amish men and women, I have several friends who are Amish, and I could easily see them taking a knee in support of the protestors.

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Stephen Phillips
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3 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually, they're Mennonites: "At first, many viewers believed the protestors seen in the video were Amish, and according to Amish Country Gazebos, they do have very similar beliefs as Mennonites. While both groups formed following the Anabaptist movement, the Amish and Mennonites have a few defining qualities that separate the two communities. Unlike most Amish communities, Mennonites are allowed to drive cars, use electricity and telephones. Like many religions, what’s prohibited can also vary from the numerous sects within the Mennonite community, so it’s difficult to assign absolute qualities in general. Peter J. Carr, who’s running for Governor of Colorado tweeted, “Everyone is misidentifying the group as #Amish. I’m Mennonite. I believe they may be Old Order Mennonite, or Hutterite, or Mennonite Brethren. We all believe the same basic principle of peace.” “As a Mennonite,” Carr continued, “I believe in being in this world but not being of this world. Mennonites believe in and use the tools and technology, hopefully for the greater good. Amish do not. Their belief is that they don’t want to be dependent on tech.” Difficult to determine their actual affiliation, given the Facebook source cited here by KatHat....

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Aimee Simmons
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thank you for stepping up and being an example for the rest of us.

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Claire Kellerman
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Incredible. I have learned that dysfunction continues by 3 rules being followed: Don't talk, don't trust and don't feel. So, we are talking, and trusting our standing together is crucial and effective and we are feeling all of this, rage, love, hating murder, loving justice, overwhelmed, underwhelmed by past governance, and ready for the truth of love to prevail, for all, for always! To end the violence and destruction, we must find our way to mutual support and unity as shown here. Aloha!

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow if the Amish know it must be big. The Amish people don't use technology and they don't have any contact with the modern outside world. How they know I have no idea.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The Amish (which they aren't, but regardless) are in daily contact with the outside world, they just live by the rules they want to live by.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Good on them, but I can't help but notice that the women are separate from the men. That is not equality.

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They're not suppose to have cell phones or t.v's...lol

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That may be how you see it, that may be how I see it, but they are out there peacefully protesting. They didn't have to go out there and do that. So why say bad things when they are trying to do good?

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Cops In Kansas City Joined The Local Protest

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can just imagine shift change. "Hey Greg, want my sign? I need to get into my riot gear"

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Santa Cruz Police Chief Taking A Knee With Peaceful Protesters During A Demonstration In Santa Cruz, Ca

Santa Cruz Police Chief Taking A Knee With Peaceful Protesters During A Demonstration In Santa Cruz, Ca

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is nice, but cops need to do more. Someone said that even if there are 1000 good cops and 10 bad cops, if the 1000 good cops don't make sure the 10 bad cops are brought to justice, then there are 1010 bad cops.

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Danish Sympathy March For George Floyd. ~10.000 People Marching Peacefully Through Copenhagen.

Danish Sympathy March For George Floyd. ~10.000 People Marching Peacefully Through Copenhagen.

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Spreading The Love

Spreading The Love

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Honest question: obviously all people, black and white, are most likely aware of this right now. Is it encouraging or annoying of me, as a white woman, to say something supportive to any black person I encounter? I don't want to bother someone in the middle of a store or "single them out" for being black, but I also don't want to ignore the situation.

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This Is Also Happening In Minneapolis

This Is Also Happening In Minneapolis

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A Group Of People Forming A Human Barricade And Protecting The Store To Prevent People From Looting

A Group Of People Forming A Human Barricade And Protecting The Store To Prevent People From Looting

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Shart take your tin foil hat off and get off the internet for the day, I think you've had quite enough

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Where Are The News Vans Now?

Where Are The News Vans Now?

“The news crews focus on black people looting, but there are many of us here also trying to clean up. They don’t focus on that!” This is Marvin Applewhite. He is leading efforts to clean up after riots. I haven't heard any news organization show that there are people like him out there. He has a GoFundMe to help with supplies and food for the other volunteers

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Modist Brewing In Minneapolis

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

But sometimes stopping for a beer andActually having a conversation with your fellows can diffuse tensions. And I doubt they'd provide alcohol to looters. I honestly think although it might look clumsy, it's still trying to help.

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Police Captain Joins Protesters

Police Captain Joins Protesters

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Police In Muskegon, Mi Showing Their Support For Protesters Outside Of The County Courthouse Today.

Police In Muskegon, Mi Showing Their Support For Protesters Outside Of The County Courthouse Today.

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oh my! I just noticed her shoes! They're amazing and if she can protest on those heels, kudos to her! That's amazing!!!

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It’s Not Black vs. White People, It Is Everyone vs. Racists

It’s Not Black vs. White People, It Is Everyone vs. Racists

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Somehow this saddens me. He's a cop. He shouldn't need to make justice happen with a sign.

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Protesters Gathering In Front Of The Us Embassy In Berlin, Germany Today. We Stand With You

Protesters Gathering In Front Of The Us Embassy In Berlin, Germany Today. We Stand With You

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There have been several players of Bundesliga showing their solidarity this weekend.

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A Friend Of Mine In Minnesota. Stay Safe, Everyone. Except You, Tony.

A Friend Of Mine In Minnesota. Stay Safe, Everyone. Except You, Tony.

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The Police Taking A Knee With Protesters In Miami, Florida

The Police Taking A Knee With Protesters In Miami, Florida

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5/31/20 Washington Dc. “What The Media Doesn’t Show”

5/31/20 Washington Dc. “What The Media Doesn’t Show”

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Flint Police Just Laid Down Their Shields And Batons And Started Walking With Protestors

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Protesters Spray Painted All Over This Monument Last Night. We Were All Trying To Scrub It Off When This Guy Showed Up With A Powerwasher.

Protesters Spray Painted All Over This Monument Last Night. We Were All Trying To Scrub It Off When This Guy Showed Up With A Powerwasher.

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Emotional Moment Between An Officer And Protestor

Emotional moment between an Officer and Protestor from r/MadeMeSmile

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Standing Together With The Residents

Standing Together With The Residents

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Lawers Offering Pro Bono Services For Arrested Protestors

Lawers Offering Pro Bono Services For Arrested Protestors

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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Just make sure you don't offer free service to the looters, arsonists and anarchists.

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Police In Downtown Portland Are Kneeling In Front Of Protesters

Police In Downtown Portland Are Kneeling In Front Of Protesters

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Protesters Chanted: “Walk With Us!!”

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There Is Hope

There Is Hope

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