I think it is a really exciting time in British culture and British history, and in world culture. In Zurich, thousands of people marched, chanting, "Black lives matter," "No justice, no peace" and "Say his name: George Floyd." Authorities say the cause of his death is unclear. By Jack Newman and Rory Tingle For Mailonline, Published: 13:13 BST, 1 October 2020 | Updated: 15:45 BST, 1 October 2020. In the US, Trump aide Corey Lewandowski swiped at the couple before the president himself fired back at Meghan. Police previously said they believed the attacks were motivated by a “Black Lives Matter” sign the family keeps in the window of their home. We're very lucky with our little one, he's just so busy.

"I don't want to be having to be 80 years old and pushing for this kind of change for my children and my children's children.". And so the impact of that, whether it's across the pond or across town, you are still for the most part through a computer screen. Though we live in a small community, the numbers of people who showed up in solidarity with us was amazing. The couple's latest interview comes at a key moment for race issues around the world. The far-right groups said they wanted to defend British culture, in particular historical monuments, after the toppling of the statue of a 17th-century slave trader in the port city of Bristol last weekend sparked calls for others to come down. ', Meghan: 'That's a hard question for us to answer by the way. The outrage generated by Floyd's death in Minneapolis last month has resonated in France, especially in deprived city suburbs where rights groups say that accusations of brutal treatment by French police of residents of often immigrant background remain largely unaddressed. 'I'm assuming you're asking me because of Joe Biden's record of hateful and divisive language, particularly toward the African American community?' Unfortunately, it’s common these days to hear one person say, "Black Lives Matter" and another responds that "all lives matter." The impact of that, whether it is across the Pond or across town, you are still for the most part through a computer screen. And we recognise that, it's uncomfortable for us. Organizers encouraged those in attendance to practice social distancing as much as possible and to wear masks to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. And again, it's not about pointing the finger, it is not about blame. Find out more about how we use your information in our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. And we've been really just impressed, humbled and inspired at the same time by these individuals, whether it's Doreen Lawrence, or whether it's, you know, Neil Basu - these are people that are really, that are genuinely making a difference. Harry and Meghan made their comments in a Time 100 video to go with the publication of this year's list of the most influential people, which does not include the royal couple. Widespread BLM protests sparked by the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis in May have often descended into violent chaos across the US and has become a political divide ahead of the US presidential election. he responded when asked by DailyMail.com for comment. You know, he was really strong, he felt great about it, but at the same time he was concerned because of the reaction. To enable Verizon Media and our partners to process your personal data select 'I agree', or select 'Manage settings' for more information and to manage your choices. 'The impetus is from a place of recognizing equality and if you just go back to its ground level, I don't think there's anything controversial about it,' she said. “Because we’re better together.”. “I will never fully be able to understand the fear you have to live with on a daily basis ... but I stand here today to tell you I see you.”. So I think it's a month of celebration, and of course with a lot of other things going on in the UK and America and around the world at the moment, there can be parallels of connections to that, but essentially for us this is very much a celebration of Black History Month. Harry said that even in London 'celebrated as one of the most diverse cities in the world, if you actually get out on to the streets and talk to people, it doesn't feel as diverse as it actually is. Because of the brutalizing and killing of Black people at the hands of the police and the indifference of society in general, it is important that we say #BlackLivesMatter. Information about your device and internet connection, including your IP address, Browsing and search activity while using Verizon Media websites and apps. Holland community gathers for peaceful demonstration for in support of Black Lives Matter. “It’s important that there’s more diversity to the movement ... all religions and denominations to come together to stand behind one righteous cause – justice for all,” said Williams who has also participated in protests in Muskegon and Grand Rapids. Note to readers: if you purchase something through one of our affiliate links we may earn a commission. Meghan: 'We all decided to come together and do it. ', 'While it has been challenging for a lot of people certainly having to make this reckoning of historical significance that has got people to the place that they are, that is uncomfortable for people and we recognize that. And this isn't about pointing the finger, this isn't about blaming anybody, this is about using this opportunity, this month, to introduce Brits to other Brits that they might not know about or they might not have heard about. Protest marches in the wake of George Floyd’s death in Minneapolis continue in Michigan, and across the country.

The crowd continued to chant and stand in support of racial justice along Unity Bridge until roughly 3 p.m. After marching back down Douglas Avenue, the crowd dispersed around 3:15 p.m., concluding the demonstration. But this one is.

Please support high-quality journalism. Community Rules apply to all content you upload or otherwise submit to this site. 'You know, when you go in to a shop with your children and you only see white dolls, do you even think: 'That's weird, there is not a black doll there?'. ', 'I also know that so many men and women have put their lives on the line for us to be heard. Why should Churchill be boarded up? Some protesters hurled bottles, paving stones and bicycle wheels at police lines. Like all of you, we are doing the best that we can and hoping that our passion and our commitment is still felt as it certainly hasn't wavered.'. In a TV appearance to mark Time magazine's 100 most influential people roll call, Meghan – who has made no secret of her antipathy towards the president – described November's vote as the most important election of her lifetime. And I use that as just one example of where we as white people don't always have the awareness of what it must be like for someone else of a different coloured skin, of a black skin, to be in the same situation as we are where the world that we know has been created by white people for white people. Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Advance Local. Many passersby honked from their cars in support of the crowd as they headed towards Unity Bridge, where they would go on to continue the demonstration.
It’s important for all engaged citizens, particularly those who identify as Christians, to prove by their actions that Black lives, a subset of all lives, matter. The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. ', Harry: 'There's a reason why we decided to do this with you guys. We are just so lucky. He keeps us on our toes. The ambulance service said it had treated 15 people.

When we vote, our values are put into action, and our voices are heard.'. Meghan: 'When you happen to look at some of the names of the people from our list that we know, some of the people that they suggested is really exciting. 'It is not about pointing the finger, it is not about blame. 5,651 views 15 comments. Another protest against racism and police violence took place in the afternoon in Marseille. And therefore now is the best time for us to be able to use our platform, joint with your platform as well, so that we can actually start a conversation and introduce people to the black community that are making a massive difference within their own communities but across the UK as a whole as well. He keeps us on our toes, but we're really just so lucky. When people are experiencing bias and believe their lives are perceived as less important than others, it is a cruel distortion of reality to rebut them with illogical straw man arguments. "Racist thuggery has no place on our streets," British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said in a tweet. Dan Cooper, a white 51-year-old software engineer in Portland, remains supportive of the protests and the Black Lives Matter movement but fears the vandalism is "playing into the right's hands." But again, this is for me, this is an opportunity for the people to learn, for all of us to learn. In London, fights broke out between groups outside Waterloo station, with fireworks thrown before police cordoned off areas.