With this post, we begin a series that aspires to showcase the diverse voices of our Democratic community in Belgium. We understand that some might prefer to remain anonymous - that is fine. Our intent is not to shine a spotlight but rather to open our eyes to voices other than those we might usually be hearing. If you would like to share your voice, send a note to [email protected].
On Atlanta & Fast Food
Rayshard Brooks is the most recent victim of the deadly use of force by police. He was shot in the back as he ran away from police, in the parking lot of a Wendy's fast food restaurant in Atlanta, Georgia. Police had approached him because he was asleep in his car, and when he failed a sobriety test, he scuffled with them and took one of their tasers. A taser, however, is not a lethal weapon, and the police were not in any imminent danger. On the other hand, the young white man who in 2015 methodically shot and murdered 9 black parishioners in a Charleston, South Carolina church, was handled quite differently by police, who even bought him a Burger King hamburger when he was detained for questioning. Not all lives matter in the same way to those entrusted to protect us.
Brussels - June 14, 2020