'Why I Protest': Amara La Negra

Amid national outrage over the recent death of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer, thousands of people have taken the streets to protest demanding justice for Floyd and other black citizens who have died in the hands of police. was among the protestors who marched in solidarity with Black Lives Matter in Miami over the weekend.

Just days after taking the streets to demand justice and police accountability, the black and proud Afro Latina, known for herwhy it matters, more than ever, to stand in solidarity with the black community, and encourages other Latinos to join the fight for justice. Amara La Negra kicks off our 'Why I Protest' series featuring other Latin artists in the upcoming days.I took part of the protest here in Downtown Miami. It was very empowering to unite with my brothers and sisters to fight for justice and equality, not only for George Floyd but for all the black lives that have been taken from us.I went around 3 p.m. and everyone was protesting peacefully. There was no riot or chaos and everyone was marching with a purpose. I left around 7:30 p.m.

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