Jacob Blake and his family have seen overwhelming support around the country, since that horrible day that a turned into a miracle. What has made this current movement against police shootings so successful, is the unified outrage and consistency of those involved in protest . It’s been nearly a month since the shooting occurred, and rally’s have not slowed down the latest happening in Milwaukee on Saturday.
The unified support was clearly represented, as groups from around the city , and different states congregated In support. Elected officials , spoke and even served food like Senator Lena Taylor, as she watched the crowds line up for the generous amounts of food. “We not planning a funeral, instead we are celebrating life,” words spoken passionately by a relative of Blake’s. The environment was peaceful yet powerful as, strong Black men and women spoke with authority on the importance of seeing Justice served. Keeping balance to the high emotions, songstress Becca performed a piece which sustained the calm in a audience of tired and fired up people. Prayers continue to go out to the Blake family, as Jacob recovers.