Protests, Policy Change and Crime continues in MN
George Floyd’s death ignited a worldwide movement. While the world “woke up” to long standing racial injustices following the weeks after Floyd’s death, Floyd has since faded from social media and the news. But a ten minute walk on Lake Street in downtown Minneapolis shows his death is still fresh in memory, and his city will not forget.
I spent time at my family’s house, which is located a block from the Cup Foods where George Floyd lost his life. Here is a small snapshot into what the community looks like now.
A mural near Lake St. untouched by the fires.
A blue painted Angel lays where George Floyd was killed.
A torn “Youth in Action Sign” remains intact next to rubble.
A ripped American flag next to the 3rd Police Precinct.
A tent community market allows locals to shop for groceries after the Cub foods was burned down.
“Ain’t No One |Safe in this Happy City.”
The George Floyd Memorial is set to be taken down on August 17th.
A mural sits next to the Midtown Farmers Market.
The Midtown Farmers Market was busy while following CDC guidelines.
The George Floyd Memorial extends for multiple blocks.
A sign sits in front of a local house.
Artwork like this one can be seen all around Minnealpolis.
A sign set up in front of the Post Office.
Street art located before the George Floyd memorial.
The “Say Their Names” Memorial represents Black Americans killed by the police.