Floyd’s death and the resulting peaceful protests -- as well as violent clashes and rioting -- quickly pushed longstanding concerns over police brutality against minorities and the broader issue of the country’s history of systemic racism firmly back into the national spotlight. Biden, who’s spoken out numerous times since the death of Floyd, started his address by spotlighting Floyd’s last words – “I can’t breathe” – which were recorded by a bystander. They’re echoing across this nation,” Biden emphasized. “They speak to a nation where too often just the color of your skin puts your life at risk. More interested in serving the passions of his base than the needs of the people in his care,” Biden said.

Source: Fox News June 02, 2020 16:52 UTC