By now the nation’s uproar for justice in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin is common knowledge. We wanted to organize a march to show support to the Martin/Fulton family and initially it was scheduled for tomorrow, but then we came across another march that was taking place on the actual one month anniversary of the tragedy and decided to collaborate with them for a larger impact.

This situation is a tragedy for more than one reason. Civil rights activists have spoken out about what may be an issue dealing with race. It’s very easy to say that George Zimmerman (the neighborhood watch man who killed Trayvon) was racist against black people and that Trayvon was killed and the situation is being swept under the rug because he is African-American. This could very well be true. Let’s not however lose sight of the fact that regardless of age, race, height, etc. NO ONE should be allowed to shoot and kill someone after pursing them and then claim self defense.

After seeing Trayvon’s parents on Anderson Cooper, one can immediately identify with his mother’s heartfelt words about having to bury her 17 year old son. This is a moment to stand up for anyone who is walking down the street wearing whatever they want and minding their own business. Any of us can seem “suspicious” to another person, that does not give them the right to shoot you. So for that we must stand up. It’s just unacceptable. Come out on Monday @5pm in downtown Baltimore. We look forward to seeing you there! (all of the information is on the flier) Contact us if you have any questions.