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Today marks the one-year anniversary of the murder of unarmed black teenager Mike Brown in Ferguson, Missouri, at the hands of police officer Darren Wilson. The incident sparked a nationwide conversation, and debate, about white-on-black murders, specifically with the former falling under the profession of police officers. And now, the hashtag #MikeBrown is trending online with a number of celebrities and supporters sharing their thoughts on Twitter.
Comb through the trends online and you'll find several opinions on what went down in Ferguson. Several people have admitted that since the murder of the 18-year-old they’ve been pushed to further “do more” in their actions to try and stop racism in America:
#TrayvonMartin changed my perspective on things. #MikeBrown pushed me to do more.
— Satta (@QueenSatta) August 9, 2015
The death of #MikeBrown has changed me. I'm woke. — Constance Irvin (@connichameleon) August 9, 2015
Sadly, some do not feel as if the riots have done much to slow down and stop the racist subculture of the United States, specifically with reports of more murders and agressive approaches occurring throughout the country, such as with both Eric Garner and Sandra Bland.
It's been one year since #MikeBrown was killed. Shocking really, considering things have barely changed. — Cruella DeTrill (@Mrs_McFly88) August 9, 2015
Myth: Racism diminishes with time. Reality: Racism mutates in line with political and societal norms. #MikeBrown — Khaled Bey (@KhaledBeydoun) August 9, 2015
Most of the online comments, however, share emotion:
The legacy of #MikeBrown lives. Always lives. — Jason Rosenberg (@mynameisjro) August 9, 2015
You shook the world. We will never forget you. Rest in peace Sweet Brother Mike. #MikeBrown — Chels (@BEautifully_C) August 9, 2015
RIP #MikeBrown. My the Lord continue to comfort your family. — princss6 (@princss6) August 9, 2015
Folks, what are your thoughts on the one-year anniversary of Mike Brown's death?
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