Karuna News: How Does Compassion Respond To Racism?
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--Jasky Sor
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Jun 3, 2020

 



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Last week, George Floyd's death sent shock waves across the United States and globe. In the midst of our global pandemic, millions have taken to the streets, asking why police brutality and systemic racism continues unchecked in this day and age. Yet amid headlines of riots and misused force and power, distributed crews of goodwill are cleaning things up. Volunteers are sweeping up the shards of glass and scrubbing expletive graffiti from public walls. Neighbors are transcending stereotypes to show up for each other in times of fear. In many cities, elected officials and police officers are practicing deeper listening alongside protestors, walking with their communities, and kneeling in solidarity.

How does compassion respond to racism? Our crew of volunteers drew up a few examples in the stories below.

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Posted by Jasky Sor on Jun 3, 2020