Published 11:46 IST, June 3rd 2020

Steve Kerr lauds diversity of 'younger generation', Twitter users share mixed reactions

Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr opted for a message of optimism amid the protests in the US. Kerr praised the 'younger generation' in his Twitter post

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Golden State Warriors coach Steve Kerr opted for a mess of optimism amid chaos in United States in aftermath of George Floyd's death. While county is dealing with mass protests, police brutality and riots against racial injustice, Steve Kerr vocated a mess where he claimed 'younger generation' can le country to a better future.

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Steve Kerr twitter mess, fans have divided opinions 

Steve Kerr said younger generation is more "diverse and tolerant" than previous generation and have potential to build a society where everybody feels safe. "y have learned to work toger to promote a better future, even when such a possibility seems bleak," Steve Kerr ded. "By actively ackwledging & protesting racism that has long defined our nation's history, younger generation is providing hope that we all need. Listen to m."

However, Steve Kerr optimistic mess apparently did t go well with his near 600,000 followers on Twitter. His tweet generally drew a mixed response from fans. Some lauded Warriors he coach for trying to build a positive atmosphere while ors blasted Kerr for his uninformed mess. Here's how social media reacted to Steve Kerr Twitter post:

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Steve Kerr on George Floyd death

Meanwhile, Warriors he coach has been extremely vocal on social media as he has repeatedly criticised US President Donald Trump for his leership and poor handling of protests in country. 54-year-old also expressed his support for peaceful protests against unjust killing of George Floyd, which highlighted nations struggle to deal with racial injustice and police brutality. 

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On Tuesday, Warriors coach took to social media to blast US President Donald Trump after latter shared a picture of him holding a bible to social media. Kerr claimed it was just ar 'publicity stunt' from Trump that was done to garner support during protests.

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George Floyd protests update

Despite a curfew imposed in New York, thousands of people marched peacefully to protest against unjust murder of George Floyd, an unarmed African-American who was killed brutally by a Minneapolis officer. Across major cities in country like Houston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta and ors, protests and riots are a common sight. In many places, authorities have used brute force to contain protests. 

police officer responsible for killing of Floyd, Derek Chauvin, and three ors were released by Minneapolis PD last week. Chauvin was n charged with third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter. 

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11:46 IST, June 3rd 2020