Published 13:59 IST, June 3rd 2020
WWE statement on George Floyd's murder supports protestors, condemns racial injustice
WWE statement: Many WWE superstars, legends, Hall of Famers and others have come forward to criticise the authorities and show support to the protests.
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After George Floyd was tragically killed by a police officer, many celebrities, companies and ors have come forward to show support for ‘Black Lives Matter’ movement. w, after staying quiet on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram for last couple of days, WWE has finally released a statement on current issues. WWE issued following statement on equality and tragic death of George Floyd:
"WWE supports an inclusive society and condemns racial injustice. We stand beside our Black performers, employees and fans around world, and encour everyone to use ir voice to speak out against racism. We offer our sincere condolences to family of George Floyd and families of countless ors who have lost ir lives due to senseless violence."
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WWE on George Floyd: WWE superstars support #BlackLivesMatter
Though WWE was a little bit late in issuing statement, its superstars have been promoting #BlackLivesMatter slogan since last few days. Many WWE superstars, legends, Hall of Famers and ors have come forward to criticise authorities and show support to protests. list includes likes of Randy Orton, Titus O'Neil, Charlotte Flair, Big E, Xavier Woods, Rock, Roman Reigns and many ors.
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George Floyd death: George Floyd protests
In many parts of US, tens of thousands of people marched peacefully in streets while wearing masks and chanting 'Black Lives Matter', to pay tribute to 46-year-old George Floyd. Until w, at least 5 people have lost ir lives and more than 4,000 people have got arrested throughout country. People protesting in downtown Houston have made various chants to let authorises kw that y are protesting peacefully.
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Chanting "hands up, don't shoot" and " justice, peace", more than 60,000 people along with 16 members of Floyd's family marched about a mile from Discovery Green Park to City Hall under scorching sun on Monday.
"Never did I think we would have this many people for my bror,” said Floyd's sibling, while a nephew of his said, "don't stop until we get justice for my uncle."
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13:59 IST, June 3rd 2020