In the Event of My Murder, Know Me for Who I Truly Am
The Vulnerability of Black Men in America: A Battle for Survival and Sovereignty
Without question, whenever a Black man is murdered by law enforcement, and it is televised, it sends shockwaves of emotions throughout America, sometimes the world. Many people from the Black community, like myself, are hurt, frustrated, and exhausted.
Other people will justify his death, saying he should have just complied — as if non-compliance warrants death.
The media replays the disturbing footage, and we hear the heartbreaking sobs of the victim’s family, saying things like “My son was a good person” or “My brother wouldn’t hurt a fly.”
Civil rights leaders like Ben Crump and Al Sharpton show up to stand with the family, declaring, “We won’t stand for this!"
Celebrities like Charlemagne Tha God and D.L. Hughley will bring attention to the issue, and the community will share and reshare montages of the victim to show their humanity. The reshare will include the infamous hashtag of the victim's name.
Depending on how enraged the community is and the weather, a protest may ensue. The streets, and city halls across the nation, reverberate chants of “No Justice. No Peace.”
