The article discusses the impact of George Floyd's murder on the Portland racial justice movement, highlighting how the protests of 2020 catalyzed a collective awakening among communities. It addresses the issue of capitalism and daily survival that distracts individuals from larger social issues. By revisiting the moment that floored the nation, the writer emphasizes the importance of remembering and utilizing the idle time of 2020 to reflect on racial injustices and advocate for significant changes within society, especially for Black communities.
Flags got waved. Prayers got prayed. Streets got took. Police sprayed mace. Speeches got spoke. Whites got "woke." Revolution was the rage. Quieted with a vote.
For the average 9-5'er, time is a box that leaves us with just enough tick-tocks on the clock to gasp for air, before going to bed and doing it all over again.
This issue is to make sure we do. I created this issue because I wanted to remember. I want you to remember as well.
Never before in world history has there been such an accessible platform for the collective mobilization of voices calling for change.
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