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SallyHemmings

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3. YES IT IS

Reply to Rhiannon12866 (Original post)

Wed Jul 28, 2021, 11:55 AM

Jul 2021

I wish I was surprised by his testimony. The insurrectionists tried to recruit some of the white officers AND reminded the black and brown officers of what they and far too many determined their place in America.

America is a concept that strives to be a "more perfect union". The lack of perfection has been on full display.

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'Is This America?': Officer Dunn Recalls Racist Abuse He Faced During Capitol Riot - NBC News [View all] Rhiannon12866 Jul 2021 OP

Yep, this is America. twodogsbarking Jul 2021 #1

What struck me most is where was the backup? elias7 Jul 2021 #2

YES IT IS SallyHemmings Jul 2021 #3