Journey for Justice
- Jan 15, 2021
- 40:28
- Full Episode
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<p>Craig Melvin speaks with the families of George Floyd, Jacob Blake and Eric Garner about police brutality, racial injustice and a shared commitment to turn their pain into advocacy work.</p><br/> <p>Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See <a href="https://pcm.adswizz.com">pcm.adswizz.com</a> for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.</p>
Brief Summary
Families of George Floyd, Jacob Blake, and Eric Garner unite to demand justice and reform in policing after tragic losses.
Key points
- A Call for Justice. Families of victims unite to demand change in the wake of police violence.
- The Pain of Loss. Families share their grief and the burden of becoming symbols of a movement.
- A Global Movement. George Floyd's death ignites protests worldwide, uniting voices against injustice.
- Demanding Change. Families insist on accountability and reform in the justice system.
- The George Floyd Justice in Policing Act. A sweeping piece of legislation aimed at police reform, addressing chokeholds and accountability.
- Families Demand Action. Families of victims of police violence rally at the Lincoln Memorial, urging senators to pass the bill.
Episode highlights
- A Call for JusticeFamilies of victims unite to demand change in the wake of police violence.“Tonight, Dateline brings some of these families together for the first time.”1:37Jan 15, 2021
- The Pain of LossFamilies share their grief and the burden of becoming symbols of a movement.“They get it man they get it because you never asked to be in this situation.”2:47Jan 15, 2021
- A Global MovementGeorge Floyd's death ignites protests worldwide, uniting voices against injustice.“This is a global movement.”6:43Jan 15, 2021
- Demanding ChangeFamilies insist on accountability and reform in the justice system.“Our purpose is to change these laws. We're not asking. We're demanding.”19:42Jan 15, 2021
- The George Floyd Justice in Policing ActA sweeping piece of legislation aimed at police reform, addressing chokeholds and accountability.“It would withhold federal funding for police departments in states that have not banned chokeholds.”29:20Jan 15, 2021
- Families Demand ActionFamilies of victims of police violence rally at the Lincoln Memorial, urging senators to pass the bill.“Their message to senators? Pass that bill.”31:56Jan 15, 2021
- Gwen Carr's Fight for JusticeGwen Carr's relentless pursuit of the Eric Garner Anti-Chokehold Act culminates in success after years of struggle.“It was a long time coming, but it came.”39:02Jan 15, 2021
Tension
60/ 100Some tension
