You know let me be clear in saying that I am biased in my opinions of the protests and grotesque actions of the police across the country, but now most specifically in Baltimore. Having my own personal experience here where I live, I will say continue the peaceful protests, continue fighting to get your voices heard. I am absolutely in full support of these folks trying to recapture their city and hold the “thugs” in the Police Department accountable.

I am so pleased to see that the Community Activists, Pastors, students, fraternities, sororities and the older guard are in place to restore the peace and order to the protesting taking place. I think we all must understand that we are now in a time where we must support the city of Baltimore and the residents that are trying to get a sliver of justice. They are trying to get their moment to show the world that things need to change. They are trying to show that it’s not always the people doing wrong, as it can be the law enforcement that is wrong.

Lets not forget why this is all happening, because once again, a man of color was needlessly beaten, dragged, ravaged inside the police van and ultimately lost his life. The cops who were responsible for this were celebrating the arrest and take down, as this young man clung to his life. The blatant disrespect and boasting was something no one should be able to look at with a smile on their faces.

As I say all of this, once again the country hinges on a verdict to come on Friday, delivering the results of the report and whether or not there will be charges for the officers who committed such a heinous crime against a defenseless man.

This is one of the few times where I feel that the President, now, needs to do more than issue a statement. I need him to come to Baltimore and tour the streets and towns affected. I need him to feel the pain of this movement and of the people affected in the movement. It is time to bring the Federal Goverments weight to this matter and in a strong and powerful way. There needs to be change as a result of this.

I am proud of the work that these folks are doing today. Lets not make this mission get detracted and turned into the typical Black thugs show. Let’s make sure the world knows that we are a race of people that are strong and can voice our outrage numerous ways and with a sustained persistence that will make change tangible and real for all citizens in the city, not just the rich.

Again I say, stay strong Baltimore, fight the good fight, keep it civil and respectful and let the world know that you will not tolerate abuse from anyone, civilian or law enforcement.