We live in a country where people tell you what is right or wrong based on a single god and a book. A book that is outdated and a system that uses it, corrupt. A country were you can't walk out into the streets, without being scared that you will be shot at. A country that is known for shootings and mamas tears. Mothers knowing that their child just died at the hands of a person because of the color of their skin. Mothers knowing that the person who killed their baby will most likely never get punished for it.... Children crying because they don't know where their mama or dad went. Husbands, wives, boyfriends, girlfriends in despair, for the person they loved is gone....
HOW MANY TEARS AND BLOODSHED WILL IT TAKE FOR YOU TO OPEN UP YOUR EYES?!?!!!
Breonna Taylor, say her name. Shot by police in her own home. The person they were looking for was already in custody. They charged her boyfriend with attempted murder even though he thought they were burglars.
Atatiana Jefferson, say her name. Shot by police in her own home. A neighbor called for a wellness check on the house. She was playing games with her 8 year old nephew when the police officer instead shot into her house, killing her.
Tony Mcdade, say HIS name. Lynched by police publicly. HE was a trans black man.
George Floyd, say his name. "I CAN'T BREATH". Strangled by police. Police man knelt on his neck, suffocating him. He pleaded with the officer many times until he fell unresponsive. The officers ignored his pleas.
Sean Reed, say his name. Shot and tasered by police. He was a US military veteran. Police joked after killing him saying, he needed a "closed casket funeral".
And so many more....teen to elder.....
All black lives matter... Stand with us. Fight with us. And we will stand with you. Fight for you...
~solo