Rihanna, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish sign open letter to NYC Governor to repeal 50-A

Hollywood celebrities have been raising ir voice against police brutality and latest stars to join club are Rihanna, Ariana Grande and Billie Eilish. Reportedly, hundreds of music industry professionals including artists, manrs, record labels, executives, trade groups and publishers have signed an open letter urging New York state to repeal  state law 50-A, which reportedly shields police disciplinary records from public view. If reports are to be believed, letter will be sent to New York Goverr Andrew Cuomo, New York Senate Majority Leader Andrew Stewart-Cousins and Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie. Apart from Rihanna and Ariana Grande, celebrities like Justin Bieber, Megan e Stallion, Migos, Demi Lovato Nas, and Meek Mill also signed petition.

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What does letter say?

If reports are to be believed, letter states that New York statute 50-A blocks full transparency, shielding a history of police misconduct from public scrutiny, making it harder to seek justice and bring about reform. Reportedly, letter holds those accountable who violate oath to protect and serve and find justice for those who are victims to ir violence. As per reports, letter has been signed by more than 300 artists, actors and athletes, as well as more than 200 additional organisations and individual supporters. letter also is accompanied by a petition.

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George Floyd's death

George Floyd, a 46-year-old African American man, died in Minneapolis earlier last week. As per reports, Floyd was arrested by local police for unspecified charges on May 26. A tussle is said to have broken out between George Floyd and police officials, which resulted in Floyd’s death after being subdued for several minutes by an officer. In a video that went viral on internet, officer was seen pressing his knee against Floyd's neck who was seen gasping for air before turning motionless.

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George Floyd's death has triggered mass protests in various parts of US. As per reports, police officer Derek Chauvin and three or officers - Thomas Lane, Tou Thao and J Alexander Kueng - were later fired by Minneapolis Police Department. Chauvin has been charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.

What is 50-A?

(Im Credits: New York State Senate official website)

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