Exploring the aftermath of George Floyd's killing, this chapter delves into public responses to systemic racism and police violence, including social media solidarity and discussions on white privilege. It examines the surge in anti-racism literature popularity, the push for policy changes like banning no-knock warrants and defunding the police, and the cultural shifts resulting from protests. The chapter highlights the increasing awareness of structural racism, diversity training initiatives, and various incidents shaping America's ongoing racial tensions.
The murder of George Floyd and the protests that followed looked like a turning point in the fight against systemic racism. Except, as Vox’s Fabiola Cineas explains, it wasn’t.
This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by David Herman and Andrea Kristinsdottir, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
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