But at the same time, a conflict is brewing here over the future of Floyd’s memorial site. After almost a year of protests, the trial of the former officer accused of killing Floyd has begun. But it’s also a story of something much larger than this intersection. “It is true that George Floyd Square is this beautiful place of racial justice and healing.” “The expression of the movement at George Floyd Square has been extremely powerful because it’s been rooted in community.” “And then you have the violence.” “It’s also true that there are times where that square is violent.” “Which violence are we talking about? I don’t believe sending an army of officers is the best way to address the pain and the trauma.” “It’s creating a haven, though unintentionally, for criminal activity and behavior.” “You, as yourself, as one single individual, may not have the full story, may not have the full perspective.” This is the story of the place where George Floyd died in May 2020. What to do with his memorial site has become a controversy of its own. Transcript Inside the Battle Over George Floyd Square The trial over George Floyd’s death is underway in Minneapolis.
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