George Floyd’s life and death
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George Floyd’s family and friends say when they saw him take his last breath on video, they were left in tears. They remember him as an athlete, a gentle giant, and as someone who didn’t deserve to be killed. MPR News reporter Riham Feshir brings us a remembrance of George Floyd through the voices of those who knew him, and who watched his televised death in shock. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, RSS or the podcast platform of your choice.
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