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In reply to the discussion: "I Am Not Trayvon Martin" - powerful message from a 'middle class white girl' [View all]magical thyme
(14,881 posts)26. very thoughtful, but I disagree with her basic premise
I don't believe the "I am Trayvon" tees are intended to prove that his death was arbitrary. I think everyone wearing those t-shirts recognizes that his death was anything but arbitrary.
I do believe they are a reminder that we are all human beings who simply want to the opportunity to live our lives. And that we demand the same justice for Trayvon as we would expect for ourselves or our loved ones, were they shot and killed for any reason.
I think most people, certainly those wearing the t-shirts, realize Trayvon died for committing the crime of being a young, black male.
The t-shirts are about equal justice.
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"I Am Not Trayvon Martin" - powerful message from a 'middle class white girl' [View all]
Are_grits_groceries
Apr 2012
OP
I'm on dialup and didn't have time to allow the entire thing to download. however,
magical thyme
Apr 2012
#34
I may have more to say on this later, but this young lady brought tears to my eyes.
Tarheel_Dem
Apr 2012
#30