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George Floyd Anniversary Sparks Renewed Racial Justice Activism

5/24/2025

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On May 25, the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s tragic murder will be commemorated by racial-justice advocates. Sociologist Michelle Phelps from the University of Minnesota highlights the emergence of unarmed crisis-response units as a significant change. Although accountability laws face setbacks, the awareness of structural racism continues to ignite political engagement among young adults.

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On May 25, the fifth anniversary of George Floyd’s tragic murder will be commemorated by racial-justice advocates. Sociologist Michelle Phelps from the University of Minnesota highlights the emergence of unarmed crisis-response units as a significant change. Although accountability laws face setbacks, the awareness of structural racism continues to ignite political engagement among young adults.