George Floyd’s family described his generosity, the Houston mayor banned police chokeholds, and he was entombed next to his mother
George Floyd’s sisters Zsa Zsa and LaTonya embrace during their brother’s funeral service. Photo: David J Phillip/POOL/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock New York Is Committed to Covering This Essential Moment
Floyd’s family describes their loss and calls for change Floyd’s younger brother Rodney delivered a vivid portrait of his sibling. “Third Ward, Cuney Homes, that’s where he was born at. But everybody is going to remember him around the world. He is going to change the world.” George Floyd’s niece, Brooke Williams, introduced herself with a moving statement. “My name is Brooke Williams, George Floyd’s niece, and I can breathe. [As] long as I’m breathing, justice will be served.” Demanding reform for a “corrupt and broken system,” she called the death of her uncle “not just murder but a hate crime.”
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