REMEMBERING TRAYVON MARTIN
1stClassLadies are taking the time out to not only remember that just one year ago today the life of 17 year old Trayvon Martin was taking to soon but to also acknowledge that we have not forgotten about him or the impact that his story has had on this nation as a whole.
If you are not familiar with the ongoing Trayvon Martin story let us get you up to speed. Exactly one year ago today Trayvon Martin was followed and fatally shot by the neighborhood watchmen George Zimmerman. Zimmerman was on the phone with a 911 operator while following Martin, stating that Martin looked like he was "up to no good" and was "trouble." Zimmerman was told by the 911 operator NOT to approach Martin and that the cops were on their way but he did not listen. Zimmerman shot Martin claiming it was in self defense but there was no proof of his statement. Martin had no weapons on him.
Due to his statement as well as Florida's "Stand Your Ground" rule, Zimmerman was not right away charged with the crime. This cause not only outrage and heartache for Martin's family but for people everywhere. There were marches and protest- people of all ages and races wearing hoodies is reference to the hoodie Martin was wearing when he was killed. The hoodie that made him seem to Zimmerman as someone up to no good. From senators to basketball players, mothers and children- The ALL stood THEIR ground and wanted justice for the boy who's life was taken too soon. Zimmerman was later charged with second degree murder in the death of Trayvon Martin.
This case is still on going but there is not one soul who doesn't want to see justice served.
This is not just about Trayvon Martin. Its about all of our young men and women that are taken from us to soon because of those who have access to guns when they shouldn't. Guns don't kill people, people kill people. Making it harder to gain access to guns as well as harsher punishment if found in possession of one is start. There are laws that are being changed due to such events as this one in order to try and reduce gun violence.
These kids are our future so what would our future be like if they didn't exist to run it? Let's make sure they have a chance.
Due to his statement as well as Florida's "Stand Your Ground" rule, Zimmerman was not right away charged with the crime. This cause not only outrage and heartache for Martin's family but for people everywhere. There were marches and protest- people of all ages and races wearing hoodies is reference to the hoodie Martin was wearing when he was killed. The hoodie that made him seem to Zimmerman as someone up to no good. From senators to basketball players, mothers and children- The ALL stood THEIR ground and wanted justice for the boy who's life was taken too soon. Zimmerman was later charged with second degree murder in the death of Trayvon Martin.
This case is still on going but there is not one soul who doesn't want to see justice served.
This is not just about Trayvon Martin. Its about all of our young men and women that are taken from us to soon because of those who have access to guns when they shouldn't. Guns don't kill people, people kill people. Making it harder to gain access to guns as well as harsher punishment if found in possession of one is start. There are laws that are being changed due to such events as this one in order to try and reduce gun violence.
These kids are our future so what would our future be like if they didn't exist to run it? Let's make sure they have a chance.
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