George Floyd
Definition
George Floyd was an African American man who was killed by a police officer in Minneapolis, Minnesota in 2020. His death sparked widespread protests against police brutality and racial injustice.
Analogy
Imagine you're playing a game of basketball and one player is unfairly targeted and treated differently because of their race. That's what happened to George Floyd - he was unfairly targeted and his life was taken away because of the color of his skin.
Related terms
Police Brutality: The excessive use of force by law enforcement officers, often resulting in injury or death.
Black Lives Matter: A movement that advocates for the rights and equality of Black individuals, specifically addressing issues such as police violence and systemic racism.
Social Justice: The fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges within a society, aiming to address inequalities based on race, gender, or other factors.
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