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    The 1992 LA Riots: What do you remember?

    Twenty years ago, Los Angeles erupted with civil unrest after a jury acquitted three white and one Hispanic police officer who had beaten a black truck driver named Rodney King.…

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    By Caitlin Shamberg • Apr 2, 2012 • 1 min read

    California Army National Guard patrol Los Angeles, April 1992

    Twenty years ago, Los Angeles erupted with civil unrest after a jury acquitted three white and one Hispanic police officer who had beaten a black truck driver named Rodney King. As we remember those events, we want to hear your story. Did the events change your life or affect your community? Please share your story below:

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