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 * Why Do //Black// Lives Matter? **

The Black Lives Matter Movement has become a popular topic in today's culture. Following the murder of Trayvon Martin in 2013, the phrase "Black Lives Matter" was coined and the movement was organized under this title. Through social media the movement went viral, gaining national attention and bringing awareness of the systematic oppression and unjustified killing of African Americans to millions. In this video Black Lives Matter International Ambassador, Janaya Khan, helps define what the movement actually is. media type="youtube" key="_ZAhbYAD73Q" width="560" height="315" Those who oppose the ideologies of Black Lives Matter Movement side with the those of the All Lives Matter Movement. All Lives Matter supporters emphasize that it is more important to acknowledge the struggles of all minorities, not just African Americans. To read more on the engagement between the All Lives Matter and Black Lives Matter movements click here. Oppression, often times at the hands of police, has led to the nationwide mobilization of Black Lives Matter activists. The movement was made with the hopes of bringing about a change that would initially improve the quality of life for black people, and extend to improving conditions for all oppressed peoples. Although today we focus on individuals like Trayvon Martin and Tamir Rice, the sad fact remains that our nation was built by millions of African Americans that suffered far worse deaths than they did and either went unknown or forgotten. Racism and injustice against blacks is rooted in the history of our nation and although conditions get better as time goes on, they still remain unacceptable. When the statement “All Lives Matter” is made, it is a reminder of our nation’s horrible past and the weak, disrespectful attempts made to downplay the atrocity of it. The necessity to combat this sad ignorance has unified millions to remind all at every opportunity that //black// lives matter.

**Related Links:** Official Black Lives Matter Website

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