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George Floyd - May He Rest in Peace

golding76 — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:53:59 GMT

Perhaps I missed the post, but was there any mention on this forum of the ill-starred George Floyd?

As a caucasian woman, I want it to be known that each time I see that horrific video of his being killed before our eyes, I cry. I cannot help but weep.

I do not want this to be an incendiary post, so please do not write something that does nothing more than incite bad feelings.

May Mr. Floyd rest in peace and his family ultimately find some comfort.

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RainCityWoman — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:58:09 GMT

I agree. It's a tragic reminder of how short of distance we really have come in this country. Sad, sad, sad.

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JaneMarple — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:58:57 GMT

@golding76 wrote:
Perhaps I missed the post, but was there any mention on this forum of the ill-starred George Floyd?

As a caucasian woman, I want it to be known that each time I see that horrific video of his being killed before our eyes, I cry. I cannot help but weep.

I do not want this to be an incendiary post, so please do not write something that does nothing more than incite bad feelings.

May Mr. Floyd rest in peace and his family ultimately find some comfort.

God Bless you @golding76 , I'm not as brave as you are.

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QueenDanceALot — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:59:04 GMT

I'm not sure how you think this could go any direction but that he was murdered.

Which you pretty much said. And yes, right before our eyes.

May God Rest His Soul and comfort his family.

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noodleann — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:59:12 GMT

May he not have died in vain.

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alicedee — Fri, 29 May 2020 23:59:41 GMT

I cannot bear to see it one more time. I can't put into words here the depth of my sadness, horror and anger.

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QueenDanceALot — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:00:22 GMT

I am tempted to say something regarding the charges, but I guess I better sit on my paws.

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denisemb — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:02:14 GMT

@golding76

Amen to your post (and all others so far).

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Anonymous032819 — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:05:26 GMT

@golding76 wrote:
Perhaps I missed the post, but was there any mention on this forum of the ill-starred George Floyd?

As a caucasian woman, I want it to be known that each time I see that horrific video of his being killed before our eyes, I cry. I cannot help but weep.

I do not want this to be an incendiary post, so please do not write something that does nothing more than incite bad feelings.

May Mr. Floyd rest in peace and his family ultimately find some comfort.

@golding76

You may not want this thread to go south, I can almost guarantee that it will.

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NicksmomESQ — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:05:46 GMT

Everytime I see the video I have to fight back tears. I can't believe that incidents like this are still happening.Our country is more divided now than ever. I'm so confused.My heart hurts for that poor man & his family.May he Rest In Peace.

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Bridgegal — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:07:49 GMT

They took an oath to serve and instead they murdered. It is despicable and so sad.

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golding76 — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:08:45 GMT

I knew I was taking a big chance when I posted this but I felt that, as Willy Loman's wife said in Death of a Salesman, "Attention must be paid."

Even if this post sits for a brief moment, it might move some to think about what happened in Minneapolis.

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golding76 — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:12:15 GMT

Linda Loman's "Attention must be paid" speech:

I don’t say he’s a great man. Willy Loman never made a lot of money. His name was never in the paper. He’s not the finest character that ever lived. But he’s a human being, and a terrible thing is happening to him. So attention must be paid. He’s not to be allowed to fall into his grave like an old dog. Attention, attention must be finally paid to such a person.

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suzyQ3 — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:13:40 GMT

@golding76 wrote:
I knew I was taking a big chance when I posted this but I felt that, as Willy Loman's wife said in Death of a Salesman, "Attention must be paid."

Even if this post sits for a brief moment, it might move some to think about what happened in Minneapolis.

@golding76, I've occasionally posted in just the same spirit.

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I am still oxox — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:13:46 GMT

The incident in Minnesota has ignited the powder keg that the US has become duirng the pandemic, I really do not think life can ever return to what it once was

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SuhseK — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:14:01 GMT

Inexcusable disgrace.

RIP, Mr. Floyd, may your family and friends, be blessed, with comfort, peace, and beautiful memories🌸💕

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manny2 — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:14:13 GMT

Heartbreaking, and difficult to watch. My heart goes out to his friends, and family may they all find peace in time.

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chessylady — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:16:11 GMT

Someone said " If the village does not embrace the youth, the youth will burn the village to bask in the warmth." It seems to be neverending and I can only imagine the daily fears of people of color.

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Mary Bailey — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:18:07 GMT

I could not watch. I cried. Now I'm angry. How can people be so cruel?

May George Floyd RIP

I will cry angry tears next.

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GenXmuse — Sat, 30 May 2020 00:18:56 GMT

Thank you for saying something, @golding76

so tragic and the third degree murder charge? Did they not see the video?