Monday, June 1, 2020

History on repeat

Kent Nishimura/LA Times. 31 May 2020.

LA Public Library Collection. Protestors during 1992 LA riots.
LA Public Library Collection. Police search for weapons, Watts Riots, 1965.
I'm at a loss to adequately express my continued frustration and sadness for so many hurt following the killing of George Floyd by police in Minneapolis, and the related protests around the country, including in my home away from home Los Angeles. Nearby protests in DC and around the country have turned violent, predictably through the fanning of racial hatred by the current administration, targeting of journalists and heavy armed response by police forces.
Michael S. Williamson/Washington Post, DC, 31 May 2020.
My life is pretty far removed from what's happening around the country. It still hurts to see these images. Significant change is needed. People have been pushed until they can't take it anymore. Another strong reminder to get out the vote in November.

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