The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police was three years ago today, sparking fervent protests around the world in response.
The murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minneapolis police was three years ago today, and the fervent protests that erupted around the world in response seemed like the catalyst needed for a nationwide reckoning on racism in policing.The face of George Floyd etched in a blanket hovered over the pulpit of Convent Avenue Baptist Church in Harlem Thursday 3 years after his life was taken by Minneapolis police in an incident viewed by millions.
For the last 3 years, he and his family relied heavily on their faith as the source for evoking change.
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