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Quotes from Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice — Opal Tometi

born 1984 United States

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We are now in a moment where people have no excuses to deny the injustice that's happening in the middle of a global pandemic. Things feel different this time because we were able to tap into a sense of our own agency, our own power and our genuine love for each other.

Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice (2020)

People have begun to engage in mutual aid and support for their neighbours. Even if people didn't have much, they were still looking out for each other. Through this, we began to see the ways in which new webs were being constructed.

Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice (2020)

I'm extremely gratified that people have heard and are taking ownership of Black Lives Matter. People now know that in their respective industries and countries, they have the responsibility to ensure that Black people are respected, protected and affirmed.

Black Lives Matter Was Always Designed to Be a Global Movement, Vice (2020)

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