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Who are the allies protesting with Black Lives Matter?
The diversity at recent protests has been many years in the making, says one UCLA professor of African American Studies.
By Steve Chiotakis • • 24m ListenThe diversity at recent protests has been many years in the making, says one UCLA professor of African American Studies. However, some Black Angelenos are wondering whether non-Black protestors are sincere and committed, or they just want to appear “woke.”
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3 storiesDiverse groups support Black Lives Matter now. Will they stay after protests are gone?
The diversity at recent protests has been many years in the making, says one UCLA professor of African American Studies. However, some Black Angelenos are wondering whether non-Black protestors are sincere and committed, or they just want to appear “woke.”
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