PROTESTS
What is Protesting?
Protesting is a expression of objection towards an idea or course of action. Protesting is illegal according to the First Amendment which guarantees freedoms concerning religion, expression, assembly, and the right to petition. It is been one of the bests ways for people to publicly make their opinions and views heard.
Why Should You Protest?
Protesting has made a huge difference on many different political conversations. Recently, all 4 police who contributed or witnessed to George Floyd's death have been officially charged. Derek Chauvin was Floyd's killer, the man who choked George by pressing his knee against his neck for several minutes. The three other officers who were at the scene have been charged by aiding and abetting second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. Although all the officers were charged for George's case, there are several other cases of police brutality towards Black people without facing any sort of charge. Protesting worked for George, there still are so many other innocent people we need to fight justice for.
How You Can Protect Yourself and Others Around You at a Protest
1.) Make sure to wear a mask, you are going to be in a crowd of people yelling, coughing, sneezing etc. This will also help with tear gas and pepper spray. Bringing extra masks will not do any harm.
2.) Have a hat if you want to conceal your identity.
3.) Bring a pair of ballistic googles in case of tear gas, pepper spray, things thrown at you and/or particles in the air.
4.) Wear running shoes in case you have to sprint.
5.) Do NOT wear make up as it can trap tear gas particles into your face.
6.) Do NOT put your hair up in a ponytail or wear a scarf as it can easily be grabbed.
7.) Do NOT wear dangling jewelry like bracelets, earrings and/or necklaces.
8.) Do not wear contact lenses as it can trap harmful particles in them.
9.) It is recommended to not bring phones in case you are arrested with it, if you do decide to bring your phone, make sure it is fully charged but with data/face/touch ID disabled, airplane mode is recommended.
10.) Bring a wireless cell phone charger if you are choosing to bring your phone.
11.) Bring earplugs in case of sound cannons are implemented.
12.) Do NOT bring children, this is no environment for them.
13.) If you do or believe you have the Corona Virus, stay home so you do not spread the virus.
14.) Bring water to drink and also in case of tear gas or pepper spray.
15.) Snacks in case you or others get hungry.
16.) Hand sanitizer to cleanse your hands.
17.) Bring cash in case you get into an emergency situation.
18.) Bring first-aid supplies, notify the protesters around you that you brought some in case of an emergency.
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