The Intelligence from The Economist Say his name, and others’: American protests spread globally
Jun 8, 2020
Simon Long, deputy digital editor at The Economist, and Abby Adams-Prassell, an Oxford professor, dive into the worldwide protests ignited by George Floyd's death. They discuss how these demonstrations reflect global demands for justice and the impact on U.S. diplomacy. Abby sheds light on the pandemic's disproportionate effects on women's employment and the unique challenges they face. Additionally, they explore the retro revival in the video gaming industry, blending nostalgia with modern trends.
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Global Protests
- Protests sparked by George Floyd's death extend beyond the U.S.
- Demonstrators worldwide are protesting against racism and injustice in their own countries.
London Protest
- Simon Long attended a Black Lives Matter protest in London.
- The protest, while showing solidarity with U.S. protesters, also focused on injustices within Britain.
Demands of Protesters
- Protesters worldwide are demanding an end to racism and addressing judicial system biases against minorities.
- Australia focuses on aboriginal deaths in custody and Palestinians relate to the treatment of African Americans in Israel.