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Obama calls for “real change” during George Floyd address

For the first time since George Floyd’s death, former president Barack Obama spoke publicly about the unrest unfolding across the country. Mr. Obama called for police reform and urged Americans to spark change in the nation. CBS News political contributor and Democratic strategist Antjuan Seawright joined CBSN to discuss Mr. Obama’s remarks. Source

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Minneapolis police union president pressured to resign

Lieutenant Bob Kroll, the president of the Minneapolis police union, is being pressured to resign after releasing a controversial statement in regard to George Floyd’s death. The city’s police department has a long history of racial tensions and violence. Jamie Yuccas reports on issues within the Minneapolis Police department and its history of racial tensions and violence. Then Jamiles Lartey, a staff writer for the Marshall Project where he reports on police violence, joins CBSN’s Lana Zak to discuss failed reforms within the Minneapolis Police Department as well as police tactics that have led to clashes with protesters. Source

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Memorial service honors life of George Floyd

Friends, family and people worldwide paid tribute to George Floyd who died in the custody of four former Minneapolis officers. Thursday’s memorial service was one of many for Floyd whose death sparked a movement across America. Jeff Pegues reports. Source

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