It seems like no one, (except the one lonely guy holding the “Blue Lives Matter” protest sign AND the police of course), is happy about the release of Michael Slager, especially not local civil rights groups based in Charleston, SC. The National Action Network held a press conference yesterday, to show their frustration with the North Charleston Police, Scarlett Wilson, Mayor Summey and police Chief Driggers.
In one week Michael Slager was released from prison and the Mayor of North Charleston was sworn into office again, making him the longest standing mayor now that Joseph Riley is no longer in office. In the parking lot of the county jail where Slager has been held since April 2015, NAN along with Black Lives Matter protesters called for justice.
Elder Johnson stated that he was concerned for the entire community. According to Johnson, “the first and second hearings were packed with North Charleston Police. It is very dangerous in my opinion because those are the people who support him, and those are the people who are supposed to protect our community.” The important question remains; How can you support the murder of Walter Scott by showing up in court in support of Slager, AND simultaneously protect the community?
The Black Lives Matter organization has explained that there will be no peace if there is no justice. Hit the video below and let us know how you feel.
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