Comparison between Capitol siege, BLM protests is denounced

Black activists are coming out strongly against a growing narrative among conservatives that equates the deadly siege on the U.S. Capitol with last summer’s Black Lives Matter protests

The Independent would like to keep you informed about offers, events and updates by email, please tick the box if you would like to be contactedThe unrest that followed Floyd's death included vandalism, arson and looting, but the vast majority of demonstrations were peaceful.

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