The U.S. has been engulfed in widespread protests over the past week, as thousands take to the streets to demand an end to racism and police brutality. The country is desperate for moral leadership, and for compassionate, effective steps to addressing these insidious problems which have victimised black people for generations.
Thus, in reaction to America’s pain, on Monday President Donald Trump “finally appeared in the Rose Garden to calm a troubled nation — by threatening martial law.”
“So in response to protests about police brutality you’re threatening to send in the army to crush them,” said Late Show host Stephen Colbert on Tuesday. “That’s like forgetting your child’s birthday and apologising by sending in the army to crush them.” Read more…
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