La. Sec. of State

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Mon May 13 16:03:52 +0000 2019

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La. Sec. of State @Louisiana_sos

When law enforcement chased them back, under orders of then Gov. Wallace, they weren't just chased back over the bridge, but back into their community. Women and children were just as susceptible to being beaten and jailed as were men. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 13, 2019

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La. Sec. of State @Louisiana_sos

Yet, the original marchers had no such protection. In fact, law enforcement were there to harm them. One lady, Mrs. Blonde, joined us after our march telling us her story as an 11 year old who was part of the marches. — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 13, 2019

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La. Sec. of State @Louisiana_sos

They weren't even safe in their churches where they sought refuge. Law enforcement would bust into the churches and begin beating people mercilessly all in the name of law and order. Because they protested peacefully? — PolitiTweet.org

Posted May 13, 2019