#JusticeForGeorgeFloyd

[blackintrovertpodcast]

Podcast Extras: Tears For Tyre Nichols,🎧👉🏿LINK IN BIO. Also on Apple, Spotify, google podcast, and any other major podcast streaming service. ___________ This one hit differently.  All skin folk ain't kinfolk, especially when a police badge is involved. Rest In Power, Tyre. ______________ #blacklivesmatter #blm #love #georgefloyd #blackgirlmagic #black #blackexcellence #explorepage #blackhistory #racism #justiceforgeorgefloyd #art #blacklove #blackownedbusiness ##nojusticenopeace #blackpower #explore #justice #melanin #equality #repost #blackwomen #instagram #policebrutality #protest #hiphop #music #tyrenichols #riptyre (at Memphis, Tennessee) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoCqN6CO7b7/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#blacklivesmatter #blm #love #georgefloyd #blackgirlmagic #black #blackexcellence #explorepage #blackhistory #racism #justiceforgeorgefloyd #art #blacklove #blackownedbusiness #nojusticenopeace #blackpower #explore #justice #melanin #equality #repost #blackwomen #instagram #policebrutality #protest #hiphop #music #tyrenichols #riptyre

[cyarskaren52]

safehalton

#justiceforbreonnataylor✊🏾 . . . .

July 24, 2020

#Instagram #blm #nojusticenopeace #icantbreathe #justice #love #georgefloyd #saytheirnames #sayhername #ahmaudarbery #justiceforahmaud #whitesilenceisviolence #blacklivesmatter #justiceforgeorgefloyd #arrestthecopswhokilledbreonnataylor #defundthepolice #elijahmcclain #protest #breonnataylor

[midwestreese]

#PositiveVibesOnly,#GoodVibes

#StayHome #StaySafe #FlattenTheCurve #BlackLivesMatter #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd #EndPoliceBrutality #MeToo #BelieveWomen #TimesUp #ClimateChange #ActOnClimate #SaveThePlanet #LoveWins #PrideMonth #LGBTQ+Rights #SpreadKindness #BeTheChange #PayItForward #SelfCare #MentalHealthAwareness #Mindfulness #SupportSmallBusinesses #ShopLocal #BuySmall #NoHate #NoMoreHate #SpreadLove #StayPositive #PositiveVibesOnly #GoodVibes

[blaqsbi]

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#justiceforgeorgefloyd #DOGEATDOGII

[christopherodom]

🎓 Earning my PhD in Texts and Technology, Digital Media has been an amazing journey. I’m excited to begin screening my 🎥 #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd documentary short film on the festival circuit.

#JusticeForGeorgeFloyd

[fareferryflights]

📌Minneapolis, USA

#minneapolis #minnesota #twincities #mpls #stpaul #mn #georgefloyd #blacklivesmatter #art #onlyinmn #saintpaul #minneapolismn #love #justiceforgeorgefloyd #photography #blm #nempls #smallbusiness #usa #music #foodie #chicago #msp #prince #losangeles #instagood #icantbreathe #exploremn #minnstagramers #edina

[queenvlion]

🚨📣📢⚠️➡️ UPDATE: #DerekChauvin SENTENCED TO 20 YEARS FOR VIOLATING #GeorgeFloyds 👑🕊 FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS. #JusticeforGeorgeFloyd 👑🕊 #SayTheirNames 👑 #BlackLivesMatter 👑✊🏿✊🏾✊🏽

#justiceforgeorgefloyd #GeorgeFloydJusticeinPolicingAct #say their names #blacklivesmatter

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[jstanleymn]

When is that change a coming again @jacobfrey1? We are still waiting. #Minneapolis is the Wild Wild West out here. There is basically no response from police or our local leaders. Things just keep getting worst. It has been over two years since #GeorgeFloyd and we got crickets. Where is all that change and accountability? #MayorFrey #JacobFrey #MPD #minneapolispolice #minneapolispolicedepartment #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blacklivesmatter (at Minneapolis, Minnesota) https://www.instagram.com/p/CeT3oGTOn-e/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#minneapolis #georgefloyd #mayorfrey #jacobfrey #mpd #minneapolispolice #minneapolispolicedepartment #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blacklivesmatter

[hivemindillustrations]

LOOK WHOS BACK!!!!!!!

I kind of dropped tumblr for twitter for a while, but now I’m back and it’s going to be cool and awesome, get ready for daily posts!!

This one was made after George Floyd’s murder in 2020.

#art #desaturated #digitalart #blacklivesmatter #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blm #2020protests #artists on tumblr #character art #character design

[iamsanjeewa]

(via Show Your Support for Equality with These Unique Black Lives Matter Products! Classic T-Shirt by SM-shop)

#findyourthing #redbubble #BLM blacklivesmatter justiceforGeorgeFloyd antiracism socialjustice activism blackpride blackculture blackgirlmagic blackboyjoy

[uvmagazine]

The mother of George Floyd's daughter plans to file a $250 million lawsuit against Kanye West over his recent statements about Floyd's death. The rapper, who goes by Ye, falsely claimed on #DrinkingChamps podcast that Floyd died from fentanyl, not as the result of police brutality.

"Kanye's comments are a repugnant attempt to discount George Floyd's life and to profit from his inhumane death," attorney Pat D. Dixon III told Complex in a statement on Tuesday, adding that the goal with the lawsuit is to "hold Mr. West accountable" for his "flagrant remarks."

The lawsuit will go after West's "business partners" and "associates" as the comments caused "harassment, misappropriation, defamation, and infliction of emotional distress."

Roxie Washington, acting on behalf of her and Floyd's only child, Gianna, retained the Witherspoon Law Group and Dixon & Dixon Attorneys at Law. They also fired off a cease and desist to West.

Read more: https://www.unheardvoicesmag.com/2022/10/18/george-floyd-kanye-west-lawsuit/

Photo: Cosmopolitan UK

#GeorgeFloyd #unheardvoicesmag #KanyeWest #blacklivesmatter #black #explorepage #justiceforgeorgefloyd #blackmedia #follow #nojusticenopeace #explore #justice #equality #policebrutality #protest

#george floyd #unheardvoicesmag #justice for george floyd #kanyewest #kanye west #drinking champs #black lives matter

[dosedemoii]

Question 1:

Cell phones are powerful tools in allowing movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo to gain momentum through citizen journalism and the creation of online communities.  

To start, equipped with cameras, cell phones enable regular individuals to become citizen journalists, blurring the lines between consumers and producers of media content (Little, 2024). Citizen journalism gives power to the general public, allowing them to share their experiences with a wide audience without being censored, ignored, or silenced (Little, 2024). For instance, they can document events such as instances of police brutality, racial profiling, sexual harassment, or assault. A powerful example of this capability was seen in the viral police brutality incident involving George Floyd that happened in 2021. The first screenshot attached shows the viral police brutality incident where George Floyd was murdered by a white police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Similarly, in the #Metoo movement, the second screenshot shows a woman who was being sexually harassed in public while on a live stream.

This incident gained widespread attention on various social media platforms exposing the prevalence of such behavior and drawing attention to the #MeToo movement.

Moreover, cellphones facilitate the creation of online communities where individuals can share their content and connect with other activists. For instance, the Blackout Tuesday event on June 2, 2020, flooded social media platforms with black tiles transforming social media into a stage for advocacy and awareness (Bakare & Davies, 2020). This dominated social media as major institutions, artists, actors, and regular people participated, drawing attention to the #BlackLivesMatter movement (Bakare & Davies, 2020). This intended to stop online activity in solidarity for the #BlackLivesMatter movement (Bakare & Davies, 2020).

Overall, cellphones redistribute the power within society by giving regular people the ability to document and share their experiences online (Little, 2024). This shift challenges existing hierarchies, such as those dominated by traditional news outlets owned primarily by White males and empowers individuals to demand change (New Social Media Tools, 2016). Cellphones facilitate citizen journalism, social media, and community mobilization to empower individuals to document and share social injustices consequently enabling movements like #BlackLivesMatter and #MeToo to gain momentum.

Question 4:

Another hashtag that has changed the concept of power on the web and the world is #FreePalestine and #PalestineLivesMatter. This hashtag is a global movement advocating for the rights and freedom of Palestinians by Israel (Malli, 2021, para. 7). Citizens reporting from Palestine use these hashtags to post unedited scenes and events in real time with a global audience (Malli, 2021, para. 5). The third screenshot shows various TikTok’s using the hashtag to share news, personal stories, and calls for justice for Palestine. One of the significant changes brought about by the #FreePalestine movement is the shift in the narrative surrounding the Israel apartheid which favours Israel perspective (Malli, 2021, para. 3). It has challenged mainstream media representations and showed the realities of the Palestinian experiences and grievances (Malli, 2021, para. 9). Despite Israel’s efforts to shift the blame of civilian casualties onto Hamas, the movement holds them responsible for the devastating loss of Palestinian lives (Shurafa et al., 2024, para. 14). Israel, as well as other government’s effort to control the narrative is being stripped away.

Furthermore, the #FreePalestine movement has become a worldwide movement as people countries like Canada and the U.S are protesting in support and boycotting corporations like McDonald’s and Starbucks over their perceived support of Israel (Rajvanshi & Serhan, 2024, para. 1). In conclusion, the #FreePalestine movement has played a significant role in challenging power dynamics on the web and in the world by giving voice to marginalized communities, raising awareness about their struggles, and advocating for justice and freedom.

References

Bakare, L., & Davies, C. (2020, June 2). Blackout Tuesday: Black Squares Dominate Social Media and spark debate. Blackout Tuesday: black squares dominate social media and spark debate. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/jun/02/blackout-tuesday-dominates-social-media-millions-show-solidarity-george-floyd 

Little, N. (2024). Citizen Journalism [Class Handout]. Slate. https://slate.sheridancollege.ca/d2l/le/content/1196044/viewContent/15472368/View

Little, N. (2024). Power of the Web [Class Handout]. Slate. https://slate.sheridancollege.ca/d2l/le/content/1196044/viewContent/15472365/View

Malli, R. (2021, May 25). #FreePalestine: How Palestinian solidarity won the internet. The New Arab. https://www.newarab.com/opinion/freepalestine-how-palestinian-solidarity-won-internet (https://www.newarab.com/opinion/freepalestine-how-palestinian-solidarity-won-internet)

New Social Media Tools Empower Citizen journalism (2016, July 17). https://phys.org/news/2016-07-social-media-tools-empower-citizen.html 

Rajvanshi, A., Serhan, Y. (2024, February 14). What to Know About the Global Boycott Movement Against Israel. Time. https://time.com/6694986/israel-palestine-bds-boycotts-starbucks-mcdonalds/ (https://time.com/6694986/israel-palestine-bds-boycotts-starbucks-mcdonalds/)

Shurafa, W., Chehayeb, K., & Lidman, M. (2024, February 18). Israel vows to ‘finish the job’ in Gaza as War Cabinet member threatens a Ramadan deadline for Rafah. AP News. https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-02-18-2024-380f901e8c2f52d537d0aa9f9bf0a6bb (https://apnews.com/article/israel-hamas-war-news-02-18-2024-380f901e8c2f52d537d0aa9f9bf0a6bb)

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Blog Post 3

Official Black Lives Matter Instagram Page

The official Black Lives Matter Instagram page has been incredibly effective in raising awareness towards racial injustices and advocating for change. Their platform aims to encourage a community that openly discusses the injustices towards minority groups, primarily African Americans. The BLM page uses compelling images, thought-provoking captions, and articles to share information and news related to their cause, as well as resources for people to take action and get involved in the movement.

One of the biggest ways that Black Lives Matter Instagram sparks conversation about race, ethnicity, and cultural diversity is by featuring posts that highlight the experiences and voices of minorities. The result in sharing these stories creates a safe space for people to not only share their own experiences, but to also engage in discussions involving the systemic racism and discrimination that exists in our society. The page also encourages their followers to educate themselves about history and the ongoing impact of racism today.

As well, The Black Lives Matter Instagram page uses their platform to shed light the work of other organizations and activists who are currently fighting racial injustice. Featuring other organizations creates a sense of solidarity in our fight for racial justice. Through the use of hashtags, such as #BlackLivesMatter and #JusticeForGeorgeFloyd, the page creates a sense of unity around a common cause.

One of the most notable posts from the official Black Lives Matter Instagram page was a tribute to George Floyd, who was killed by a in Minneapolis police officer in May 2020. The post featured a powerful image of Floyd, with a caption that read, "Rest in Power, George Floyd. You will never be forgotten." Along with many others from the page, this post served as a reminder of the systemic racism that exists in today’s society and the urgent need for change. Another post that generated conversation was a collage of images that highlighted the stories of Black women who had been killed by police in recent years. The images included captions that shared their names and their causes of their deaths. The post helped people to remember the names of these women and to continue to fight for justice on their behalf.

The official Black Lives Matter Instagram page serves as an important tool in the fight against racial injustice. The page creates a space for open discussions about race and sheds light on the stories of those who have been affected by systemic racism, and the page encourages people to get involved and to take action. 

https://blacklivesmatter.com

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How Instagram facilitated the 2020 BLM Movement

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[fareferryflights]

📍Minneapolis, MN, USA

#minneapolis #minnesota #twincities #mpls #stpaul #mn #georgefloyd #blacklivesmatter #art #onlyinmn #saintpaul #minneapolismn #love #justiceforgeorgefloyd #photography #blm #nempls #smallbusiness #usa #music #foodie #chicago #msp #prince #losangeles #instagood #icantbreathe #exploremn #minnstagramers #Instagram