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Photos & Video: “We Take Action Again” Protest

[Updated with photos] The “We Take Action” protest is taking place this afternoon [June 3], with people gathering at the Arboretum with plans to march to the U.S. Consulate in Devonshire. You can tune in and watch live below, and view our coverage of the first ‘We Take Action’ march held earlier this week here. The 55-minute live video... Read more of this article

Column: Improving Social Conditions In Bermuda

[Opinion column written by Elisabeth Kast & Nicola Paugh] The murder of George Floyd triggered widespread outcry in the US, internationally and at home in Bermuda. And it should. While we sit 600 miles across an ocean from the US, the underpinnings of the social and racial injustice which exists in the US are no different in Bermuda. The riots... Read more of this article

Over 35,000 Signatures On BLM/Rizzuto Petition

[Updated] The “Bermuda Solidarity with BLM & Rejection of Rizzuto Appointment as US Consul General” online petition has attained over 25,000 signatures in the past two days, with the petition having the stated aim of “letting the world know that our 21 square miles has no more space for racists and we reject Rizzuto.” Screenshot from... Read more of this article

Craig Cannonier On Racism & Discrimination

“I, and all members of the OBA, condemn all forms of racism and discrimination. It has no place in this world and we stand in solidarity with those who choose to protest against these injustices,” OBA Leader Craig Cannonier said. Mr. Cannonier said, “The events of the past week have been gut-wrenching and painful, revealing another example of... Read more of this article

Premier: ‘Racism Is A Stain On Modern Society’

“In the midst of the global fight against Covid-19, the world has been reminded of an enemy that seems harder to defeat and a battle that has been waged over centuries,” Premier David Burt said, adding that “systemic and institutionalized racism is a stain on modern society.” Speaking at last night’s [June 1] press briefing,... Read more of this article

Column: Build A Movement Of True Solidarity

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] The iconic video footage of Minneapolis policeman Derek Chauvin sitting with his knee placed on the neck of the handcuffed George Floyd for 8 minutes 46 seconds has sparked a global response. The scene is hauntingly surreal. Chauvin sitting, serenely with his knee on the victim’s neck, hand in pocket, with... Read more of this article

Photos & Videos: “We Take Action” March

“21 square miles, no space for racism,” “Black Lives Matter” and “Reject Rizzuto” were some of the terms chanted as the “We Take Action” protest took place yesterday [June 1], with people gathering outside the U.S. Consulate in Devonshire. The march followed after it was announced that Lee Rizzuto —... Read more of this article

‘We Add Our Voice To The Global Movement’

The PLP said they “mourn the memory of George Floyd and all those victims of race-based violence” and “add our voice to the global movement calling for justice” and “to the global movement calling for peace.” The PLP tweeted the photo below, saying: “As we mourn the life of a tireless advocate for racial and... Read more of this article

‘CURB Will Work With Mr. Brannon To Help Him’

Noting that they “strongly condemn the language used by Tony Brannon,” CURB said they plan to work with Mr Brannon to “help him on this journey towards understanding how race and its antecedents have negatively impacted the Black community.” This follows after Mr Brannon, a well known local entertainer, referred to members of... Read more of this article

Commissioner Condemns Brannon’s Comments

Commissioner of Police Stephen Corbishley has condemned the recent comments made on social media by Tony Brannon, saying that “we should always have respect for each other.” His comments follow after Mr Brannon referred to members of the Government as “cockroaches” on social media on what appeared to two occasions; with his remarks being... Read more of this article

Column: Transformational Journey Of Malcolm X

[Opinion column written by Glenn Fubler] February 21st was the anniversary of the assassination of Malcolm X, also known as El Hajj Malik El- Shabazz. Two days before his death in 1965, the iconic photographer Gordon Parks interviewed him. Malcolm’s words follow: “Listening to various African leaders awakened me to the dangers of racism. I realized... Read more of this article

CURB: The Need To Work Toward Racial Justice

In a survey conducted earlier this year, voters cited a “steady but growing need to work toward racial justice.” A spokesperson said, “In a survey conducted earlier this year, voters cited a steady but growing need to work toward racial justice. When asked the question: Is there a need for non- government groups, such as Citizens Uprooting... Read more of this article

Minister: Provide Feedback On Race Relations

The Minister of Labour, Community and Sports Lovitta Foggo continues to encourage the public’s feedback regarding consultation on race relations in Bermuda. A Government spokesperson said, “The public will recall that on November 29, Minister Foggo invited the community to visit an online forum to share their views on how “we can better the... Read more of this article

CURB Supports Race Relations Survey Initiative

Citizens Uprooting Racism in Bermuda [CURB] said they are “pleased to support the Minister’s announcement that the Government is seeking input from the community on race relations through the means of a 4-question survey online.” “All and every effort taken by both government and the community is essential in order to address the... Read more of this article

Consultation On Ideas To Improve Race Relations

The Ministry of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports is embarking on a public consultation exercise to see how to best “address race relations in Bermuda,” Minister of Labour, Community Affairs and Sports Lovitta Foggo said, with people invited to “share your thoughts as to how we can improve our racial connections in Bermuda.” Speaking... Read more of this article

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