A man tries to pass a counterfeit $20 bill to a convenience store clerk. The clerk calls the police. Moments later, the man is dead. On May 25th, 2020, George Floyd, was murdered by officer Derek Chauvin, who has recently been fired and charged with 3rd Degree Murder, Manslaughter. This act has sparked protests, looting, and riots in nearly every city in the USA. In this episode, we dive into the fray and try to make sense of what’s going on. Why have protesters have decided now is the time? What are they trying to accomplish? What are the underlying factors driving the anger we see on TV? Join us!! Let’s start devolving. Photo “Mock Riot 7” by david_axe is licensed under CC BY-NC 2.0

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