MNA and Nurses Respond to the Killing of George Floyd by Police

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We have all seen on the news the terrible scene that played out in the streets in Minnesota when George Floyd, an unarmed 46-year-old black male, was arrested by the Minnesota Police for attempted forgery at a convenience store. The action was caught on video as George Floyd, handcuffed and pinned to the ground face down by an officer who pressed with his full weight with his knee on Mr. Floyd's neck for more than 8 minutes. We watched and heard George Floyd crying out that he couldn't breathe. We heard him calling for "Mama". We watched as his body went limp with the officer still holding him down. This will be a scene I shall never forget.

The following are quotes from the Minnesota Nurses Association's response to this heinous crime.

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As nurses, we see the horrific effects of racism in our hospitals and community every day. We cannot remain silent as yet another black man has died at the hands of police...

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George Floyd's last words were "I can't breathe.” George Floyd died shortly after arriving at the hospital."

Nurses jump into action when they hear someone say "I can't breathe", instead of standing there watching them die. Their goal is to save lives, not kill people

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In the case of George Floyd, Minneapolis Police took no care or life-saving measures. Instead, they left him pinned down to the ground until paramedics arrived. Police ignored the pleas of George Floyd and he died.

Nurses care for all patients, regardless of their gender, race, religion or other status. We expect the same from the police. Unfortunately, nurses continue to see the devastating effects of systematic racism and oppression targeting people of color in our communities. We demand justice for George Floyd and a stop to the unnecessary death of black men at the hands of those who should protect them.

As a nurse, or as a compassionate human, how has this horrific event affected you? We have seen protests (some peaceful and some that have erupted into riots), vandalism, looting, and more. What is going on in your community? What actions can nurses take?

Let us stand together and let our voices be heard. Post your comments below.

Workitinurfava, BSN, RN

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4 minutes ago, Workitinurfava said:

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It explains it very well and presents bigger ideas- which helps explain why we have a failure to communicate here. Perhaps we see things in different ways. My view is one of personal action and personal responsibility. I have done nothing wrong, and I feel that I do not deserve the accusations and anger flung at me. But perhaps those who are flinging it are seeing me as representative of and a part of a bigger problem as they see it, and one that they have intense anger towards. Perhaps I am like the poor Asians who have been attacked of late, victims of displaced aggression. I seek understanding, because I have no agenda. They do not want to see or hear the other point of view because they have made up their minds about me and the part I play in the bigger picture as the face of a system they feel has wronged them. They have an agenda.

The same is of the whole discussion of the police. I feel the individual policeman who abused his authority and his power to take a life is personally responsible for his own actions. Not the whole of all police, not the system that creates police forces. He alone is responsible in that moment for the decision he made. I see him as a bad cop- Baloney and NursBlaq may see him as a spearhead of a much bigger problem.

It is an interesting read. I thank you for posting it.

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NurseBlaq

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5 hours ago, nursemarion said:

NurseBlaq- Read the ebook section through the link. It is fascinating. And if you refuse to hear from us (or just me) because you have blinders on (and are innately prejudiced towards me), then perhaps the points in this book will give you insight into your own behavior.

"adjective: racist

prejudiced against or antagonistic toward a person or people on the basis of their membership in a particular racial or ethnic group, typically one that is a minority or marginalized".

Yep, that describes you, obviously. You need a little self awareness. I believe you are part of the 20%.

A. I can't be racist by definition.

B. I'm not racist because YOU're trying to pull a bait and switch for being called out for racist behavior.

C. No one knows what anyone's race is on this forum until threads/subjects like these come along and you all expose yourselves spouting racist BS.

D. You can't request someone read something while predicting it on calling them a racist, being loudly wrong in doing so at that, followed by some twisted projection of your own behavior.

E. I'll mute you now because it's evident you're clearly FOS.

Thanks for doubling down on your ignorance. I see you and the other one are piggybacking off each other's trash behavior/mindset. Y'all play together and I'll just keep ignoring your existence.

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Maybe This Link Will Work

Looks like the murderous cop is going to get the book thrown at him.

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NurseBlaq

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36 minutes ago, toomuchbaloney said:

Double Up the Punishment

The link doesn't work.

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Workitinurfava, BSN, RN

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19 hours ago, nursemarion said:

It explains it very well and presents bigger ideas- which helps explain why we have a failure to communicate here. Perhaps we see things in different ways. My view is one of personal action and personal responsibility. I have done nothing wrong, and I feel that I do not deserve the accusations and anger flung at me. But perhaps those who are flinging it are seeing me as representative of and a part of a bigger problem as they see it, and one that they have intense anger towards. Perhaps I am like the poor Asians who have been attacked of late, victims of displaced aggression. I seek understanding, because I have no agenda. They do not want to see or hear the other point of view because they have made up their minds about me and the part I play in the bigger picture as the face of a system they feel has wronged them. They have an agenda.

The same is of the whole discussion of the police. I feel the individual policeman who abused his authority and his power to take a life is personally responsible for his own actions. Not the whole of all police, not the system that creates police forces. He alone is responsible in that moment for the decision he made. I see him as a bad cop- Baloney and NursBlaq may see him as a spearhead of a much bigger problem.

It is an interesting read. I thank you for posting it.

They can be in denial if they want, if another black girl acts like Makhia it will be the same result, as it should be. They can't do anything about it but complain. That's all they have. Calling the cop racist for shooting her will not change the outcome. The cop did the right thing. I'm not spending anymore time talking about it. Take care.

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1 hour ago, NurseBlaq said:

1 hour ago, toomuchbaloney said:

Double Up the Punishment

The link doesn't work.

Thank you...the AN app is glitching on my phone again. I tried to fix it, please try again.

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toomuchbaloney

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11 minutes ago, Workitinurfava said:

They can be in denial if they want, if another black girl acts like Makhia it will be the same result, as it should be. They can't do anything about it but complain. That's all they have. Calling the cop racist for shooting her will not change the outcome. The cop did the right thing. I'm not spending anymore time talking about it. Take care.

LOL

The problem isn't that black girls get shot because they are acting out. The problem is racism that blinds people to the reality that white people act out all the time without worrying about the police rolling up and killing them within seconds. Even having said that, the inadequate training and management of poorly educated police also allows police killing unarmed white people. Those numbers just aren't amplified by the racism that was the basis for American policing in the southern states.

I'm glad that you are going to stop sharing your opinions on racism. That's the wisest thing you've shared in this thread.

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Workitinurfava, BSN, RN

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23 minutes ago, toomuchbaloney said:

LOL

The problem isn't that black girls get shot because they are acting out. The problem is racism that blinds people to the reality that white people act out all the time without worrying about the police rolling up and killing them within seconds. Even having said that, the inadequate training and management of poorly educated police also allows police killing unarmed white people. Those numbers just aren't amplified by the racism that was the basis for American policing in the southern states.

I'm glad that you are going to stop sharing your opinions on racism. That's the wisest thing you've shared in this thread.

I back the blue and will handle things through petitions and laws that support them. It is due to them that I have been safe while living in a black community but above all any community. It's pointless to go back and forward with you, I will make my voice known in more productive ways to get things done on a governmental level. That's how people who want real change handle things. Not to ger off topic but it has been proven that 80 percent of the Proud Boys donation money come from Asian people not white people but stay disillusioned if you want.