The Racial Justice Uprising in the U.S. is Taking Hold Overseas 2020-06-08

The Takeaway

The Racial Justice Uprising in the U.S. is Taking Hold Overseas

Many foreign leaders have condemned the killing of George Floyd, but demonstrators outside of the U.S. are also attempting to call attention to racial injustice within their own borders.

Calls to Defund the Police Are Gaining Traction

As protests continue over the killing of black people by police, calls to defund police departments are gaining traction. 

What Are You Angry About Right Now?

We asked listeners what they’re angry about right now. Here’s what they said.

What Does Celebrating Pride Month Look Like at This Moment?

For members of the black LGBTQ+ community, this moment has been a reminder of the parallels between what we’re seeing today and the early days of the LGBTQ+ rights movement.

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