George Floyd’s family fights for sacred ground where he took his last breath: ‘That’s my blood’
The GuardianSunday, May 25, 2025 at 11:00:28 AM
Four years after George Floyd's murder at the hands of Derek Chauvin, his family is still fighting to preserve the Minneapolis intersection where he died as sacred ground. The site—marked by makeshift memorials and community tributes—has become a flashpoint for debates over how to honor Floyd’s legacy. His uncle and cousin recently revisited the location, where barriers and fading signs stand as reminders of both grief and resilience. The family sees the space as irreplaceable, a place where "blood" was spilled and history was made.
Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a patch of pavement—it’s about who gets to decide how we remember injustice. The fight over this space reflects deeper struggles: Is it a crime scene, a memorial, or a catalyst for change? For Floyd’s family, it’s all three. Their push to protect it shows how the physical places where trauma unfolds can become symbols of both loss and the fight for accountability. And for the public, it’s a test of whether promises made in 2020’s upheaval will translate into lasting respect.
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