Heartbroken: Honoring Black Lives

On the occasion of George Floyd’s funeral, I am heartbroken for him, his family, and our nation. I was profoundly saddened and appalled to hear of yet another senseless killing of a Black man at the hands of those who are meant to protect us all.

I believe it is a historic opportunity for reflection. A moment to listen and learn from one another, to understand how racism has shaped America.

But we have been here before and our stereotypes are deeply rooted. A legacy of slavery means that black life is devalued and that we often see one another through a lens of mistrust.

The inequities born of this history include a lack of healthcare access. In the current crisis, Black people are 13% of the US population but we are 24% of COVID deaths.

I am hopeful when I see diverse people in peaceful protest, spanning generations. For this moment, I’m sharing an aspiration for our larger humanity and a video tribute.

Let’s find a way to work together so that our country lives up to its founding principles and ideals.

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