(ReclaimingAmerica.net) – As the United States of America grieves and mourns for the 19 schoolchildren and two teachers massacred by a crazed gunman at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, this week, former President Barack Obama inserted the anniversary of George Floyd’s death into the nation’s attention.
In a tweet thread on Twitter [you can see the actual tweets further down this post], Obama wrote:
“As we grieve the children of Uvalde today, we should take time to recognize that two years have passed since the murder of George Floyd under the knee of a police officer. His killing stays with us all to this day, especially those who loved him.
“In the aftermath of his murder, a new generation of activists rose up to channel their anguish into organized action, launching a movement to raise awareness of systemic racism and the need for criminal justice and police reform.
“Inspired by these young leaders, @MBK_Alliance launched a Reimagining Policing Pledge for mayors and cities ready to take action. If you’re wondering how you can help make things a little better today, here are some ways to get involved.”
Obama then provided a link to his website obama.org.
What is your opinion about former President Barack Obama inserting the anniversary of George Floyd’s death into the national mourning that is underway for the 19 schoolchildren and two teachers who were massacred by a gunman in Texas this week? Please email your reaction and thoughts to [email protected]. Thank you.
As we grieve the children of Uvalde today, we should take time to recognize that two years have passed since the murder of George Floyd under the knee of a police officer. His killing stays with us all to this day, especially those who loved him.
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 25, 2022
Inspired by these young leaders, @MBK_Alliance launched a Reimagining Policing Pledge for mayors and cities ready to take action. If you’re wondering how you can help make things a little better today, here are some ways to get involved: https://t.co/1E1MfT1sza
— Barack Obama (@BarackObama) May 25, 2022
