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At Chicago’s “National Moment of Silence” Vigil, Activist Confronts “Black-on-Black Crime” Rhetoric

Malcolm London speaks at Daley Plaza during the Ferguson vigil on Thursday, August 14.

On Thursday evening, cities across the country observed a moment of silence for victims of police brutality, including Michael Brown. In many places, the vigil was followed by testimony and performances. In this video, activist Malcolm London speaks in Chicago.

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