Protesting police brutality and racism is essential work

S THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE MARCH TO protest police brutality, many worry about the risk of COVID-19 transmission. It’s difficult to maintain 6 ft. of separation when the streets fill quickly, it can be tough to call out for change behind a mask, and silent protests feel inadequate when the goal is to finally have one’s voice heard. Because of mass gatherings, COVID-19 cases are projected to rise. This is particularly frightening for people living in places, like Minneapolis, where daily cases and deaths are on the rise or