Translations:Goddess of Freedom/20/en

You have seen mass destruction come to South Central Los Angeles.^[1] You have seen that Freedom flame perverted in a demonstration that ought to have been for the rights of the individual, for liberty and for a much higher standard on the part of law enforcement. Yes, beloved ones, you have seen individuals crumble because they have not kept a standard.

↑ Over six days in April 1992, riots which began in South Central Los Angeles spread to other areas of the city, resulting in 55 people killed, more than 2,000 injured, 1,100 buildings destroyed by fires, widespread looting, and property damage of up to a billion dollars. The riots were triggered by the acquittal of four police officers charged with the beating of Rodney King, an incident that had been captured on video by a local resident. The release of the video and subsequent events triggered a national debate about police violence.

[1] Over six days in April 1992, riots which began in South Central Los Angeles spread to other areas of the city, resulting in 55 people killed, more than 2,000 injured, 1,100 buildings destroyed by fires, widespread looting, and property damage of up to a billion dollars. The riots were triggered by the acquittal of four police officers charged with the beating of Rodney King, an incident that had been captured on video by a local resident. The release of the video and subsequent events triggered a national debate about police violence.

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