It was the way in which everyone I came into contact with addressed the situation that genuinely solidified my need to be there. When the news broke that the protests had made their way to South Florida, the overall consensus towards them was fear. Whether it was publicly being discussed all over my Facebook feed, or direct personal texts messages from friends and family. I found it hard to find anyone on their side, but more specifically anyone who understood and valued our right to assemble and basically challenge our government with any and all grievances. I'm not quite sure why so many have chosen to forget how some of our nations greatest achievements sit on the foundation of a protest. Our first amendment rights exist daily in our lives. It is not something we need to fear, it is something we need to cherish. It is something we need to actively care for. And acknowledge how much it actually cares for us. At no point did our Miami protesters lose sight of its importance and genuine privilege. I'm applauding them.
"It is our duty to fight for our freedom, it is our duty to win, we must love and protect each other, we have nothing to lose but our chains." - Assata Shakur quote
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"It is our duty to fight for our freedom, it is our duty to win, we must love and protect each other, we have nothing to lose but our chains." - Assata Shakur quote
@dreamdefenders