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Illinois Gov. Pritzker Says Trump Rhetoric Increases Tension In U.S.
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Gov. J.B. Pritzker about civil unrest in his state, and why he's concerned about President Trump's response to nationwide protests against police brutality.
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Cities Around The World Hold Protests In Response To George Floyd's Death
In London, they took a knee for 9 minutes — the time officer Derek Chauvin had Floyd pinned down. In Berlin, a mural of Floyd appeared on a remnant of the Berlin Wall.
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In 2 Cities, Non-Violent Protesters Got Attention For Dancing
Demonstrators have gotten carried away by the moment. A crowd in Madison, Wis., did the Cupid Shuffle. Syracuse.com reports dancing broke out in that city's streets after protesters marched for miles.
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Morning News Brief
Protesters cleared to make way for President Trump's church visit, and he threatened to send troops to states to end protests. And, store owner wishes clerk wouldn't have called 911 on George Floyd.
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911 Call Fuels Debate About Store's Role in Floyd's Death
The police encounter that led to George Floyd's death in Minneapolis began when a store clerk called 911 over a counterfeit bill. The store's owner says he wishes police had never been called.
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Peaceful Protesters Tear Gassed To Clear Way For Trump Church Visit
NPR's Steve Inskeep talks to Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington about the president's visit to St. John's Church amid nationwide protests over the death of George Floyd.
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Black Female Lawmaker In Minnesota Worries About Teenage Son's Safety
NPR's Noel King talks to state Rep. Ruth Richardson, who is African American, and her 17-year-old son Shawn, about the impact of racism. She is a member of the Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party.
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Following George Floyd's Death, Racism Is A Major Topic Of Discussion
NPR's Noel King sits down with three African America residents of different generations to discuss how much, or how little, has changed when it comes to racism in modern America.
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After Protests In Seattle, Volunteers Of All Ages Help Clean Up
Residents got together to dispose of trash, wipe out graffiti and sweep up shattered glass. A volunteer named Hillary said she felt responsible for her community and wanted to take care of it.
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Canter's Deli In Los Angeles Stays Open Despite Nearby Protests
Mark Canter and his employees offered water bottles and food to protesters and police. Canter told the Los Angeles Times, "If you're walking around all day, at some point you have to eat."
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Minnesota Attorney General Will Lead Prosecution In George Floyd's Death
Protesters are demanding that all four fired police officers involved in George Floyd's death be arrested. So far, Derek Chauvin is the only officer charged in Floyd's murder.
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Los Angeles County Implements Curfew To Try To Quell Violence, Looting
In Los Angeles on Sunday, peaceful demonstrations turned into violence and looting in the upscale shopping area of Santa Monica. All of Los County was placed under curfew late in the day.