George Floyd’s Family Celebrates His Life
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George Floyd’s shocking death compelled the world to stand up, speak out, and educate themselves to mobilize in the fight against racism. This week in NY, vigils and rallies will commemorate his life and the legacy of his death. In Washington, President Biden will mark the solemn anniversary by hosting Floyd\'s family at the White House, giving him a fresh chance to pressure lawmakers on Capitol Hill to reach an agreement on police reform. In Chicago, friends and family of George Floyd will gather for a celebration of his life and a candlelight vigil honoring him at the site where he was killed. Tonight, we welcome George Floyd’s family, aunts Angela Harrelson and Mahalia Jones as they remember their late nephew.
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Title: George Floyd’s Family Celebrates His Life
Format: Video
Clean of Graphics: No
Type: Full Program
Subject(s): News & Public Affairs
Public Broadcasting Station or Institution: WLIW | MetroFocus
Original Broadcast/Publish Date: 05/25/2021
Runtime: 00:28:00
Main Asset File Size: 11.21 GB
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Sensitive Material: N/A
Special Instructions: THE PROGRAM RUNS 28:00 WITH 1 MIN OF PADDING AT THE END.
Language: English