Investigate and Reprimand Bigot Who Endangered Peaceful Protesters in Newton, MA

Investigate and Reprimand Bigot Who Endangered Peaceful Protesters in Newton, MA

Started
July 7, 2020
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Newton Police Department and 1 other
Signatures: 1,989Next Goal: 2,500
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Started by Olivia Pozen

At a peaceful black lives matter protest in Newton, Massachusetts on July 7th, a white man exited the town city hall and interrupted a speech from one of our speakers to spread anti-abortion rhetoric.  He then proceeded to target and threaten the speaker, a black student. Afterward, on his way out, he sped through the crowd in his car, recklessly endangering students and children.  All the while, three police officers sat nearby idly and refused to take action.

Though Newton is a liberal city, we cannot ignore the bigotry and hate that still exist here. This incident is a prime example of white privilege and it must not go unnoticed: we must take action and make sure that this man is held accountable for his actions and faces repercussions for his violent acts.

PHOTO CREDIT: Jason Alpert-Wisnia

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Decision Makers

  • Newton Police Department
  • Ruthanne FullerMayor