On December 15, 2016, a federal jury in Charleston, South Carolina, convicted Dylann Roof of killing nine Black church members during a Bible study gathering. This tragic event highlighted persistent issues of racial violence and domestic terrorism, igniting national discussions about hate crimes and the need for community healing and justice.
Historical events from December 15 include the ratification of the Bill of Rights in 1791 and the tragic end of Chief Sitting Bull in 1890. These moments reflect the ongoing struggles for rights and recognition faced by marginalized communities, emphasizing the importance of remembering history as a means to advocate for justice.
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