Michael Brown
How old is Michael Brown?
An 18-year-old
Why were police called on George Floyd?
Because a store worker said he used a fake $20 bill
Did the officer go to jail for what happened?
No, he was not charged
What happened to Jacob Blake?
He was shot seven times in the back by a police officer.
What movement started after Michael Brown's Death?
The Black Lives Movement
What did George Floyd say while the officer had his knee on his neck?
"I can't breathe."
What did Eric Gardner's family get from the city?
5.9 million dollars
What did NBA players do after the shooting of Jacob Blake?
They stopped playing games to protest for Justice.
What does Ibram X.Kendi say we must to do be antiracist through Policy Racism?
We must change unfair policies, not just talk about racism
What happened after George Floyd's death?
His death started global Black Lives Matter protests for racial justice.
What did Eric Gardner do to make money?
He sold loose cigarettes
What does structural racism mean in this case?
The police system treats Black people unfairly through its rules and actions.
What does systemic racism mean in the Michael Brown Case?
It means racism was built into the police system, not just individual actions.
What is "everyday racism," and how does it relate to Floyd's case?
It means racism that happens regularly in daily life, like police using extra force on Black people for small things.
Where and when did Eric Gardner's death happen?
In New York in 2014
How does white privilege show up in this case?
The white officer wasn't charged, showing unfair protection for people in power.
What does institutional racism look like in the Michael Brown Case?
The police and justice system treated Black residents unfairly and didn't convict the officer.
What does "white privilege" show in this case?
A white person likely wouldn't face deadly force over a fake bill, showing unfair protection for white people.
What happened to the officer years later?
He was fired in 2019 but never faced criminal charges.
What is counter-storytelling, and how did Jacob Blake do it?
He shared his story to show how police violence really affects people and to push for real change.