A social movement that advocates for the rights and equality of Black individuals, particularly in response to police violence and systemic racism.
Imagine a classroom where all students are treated equally, regardless of their skin color. Black Lives Matter is like the student who raises their hand to remind the teacher that everyone deserves fair treatment.
Systemic Racism: The institutionalized discrimination and unequal treatment of individuals based on their race.
Police Brutality: The excessive use of force by law enforcement officers, often resulting in injury or death.
Racial Profiling: The practice of targeting individuals for suspicion or investigation based on their race or ethnicity.
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