Months ago I emailed the directors of the Minnesota Historical Society, cautioning them about calling the unfortunate death of George Floyd a "murder," before the accused has been tried and convicted in a court of law. We all saw the video and have our opinions, but our constitution guarantees an unbiased trial. As a native Minnesotan, who has ties to MNHS, I am disappointed that politics have been placed above the law in public comments. For me, it undermines the relevance of the historical value. Murder, may or may not be proven. We do know factually, that a man died while another kneeled on his neck. None of us can truly know the motive. Again, I caution MNHS to stick to facts and leave law and politics to the proper authorities.
Regardless of the color of those involved, fact must be held above emotions. Justice for everyone will never happen if individuals are allowed to pick when the law applies and whether it doesn't. In these politically charged situations, it is even more crucial to hold the constitution above personal politics.
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