Protest brings support; Floyd vigil is today at 5

SENIOR PATRIOTS FOR PEACE

Senior Patriots for Peace protested police brutality in support of the Black Lives Matter movement in front of the globe June 11. A dozen members braved 90-degree heat, waving signs in an enthusiastic show of solidarity. Cars honked in support as they went by on Seal Beach Boulevard. Continuing the momentum, the Patriots will lead a silent vigil in Veterans Plaza today, June 18, at 5 p.m. in memory of George Floyd, who died tragically May 25 while being forcibly detained by four Minneapolis policemen. All LW residents are invited to participate. People will gather at 5 p.m. The vigil will begin at 5:10 p.m. with silence maintained for eight minutes and 46 seconds, the length of time a Minneapolis police officer kept his knee on Floyd's neck, according to the criminal complaint

against the now ex-officer.

After the vigil, people can remain in the Plaza until

6 p.m. to reflect, meditate

or have discussions. Face masks will be required and social distancing will be maintained.Those who want to sit down during the gathering should bring their own chairs.