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Los Angeles Lakers’ legendary point guard Magic Johnson used his platform as an NBA great to address the ongoing protests in Charlotte on Thursday, pleading for the violence to stop.
Following more distressing news of African Americans being murdered by the police force, Magic took to his Twitter account to post a string of emotionally charged tweets.
I am disgusted with what’s happening in our country. What does it take to stop the killing of black men?
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
My prayers go out to the families of Keith Lamont Scott and Terence Crutcher. May God give you comfort & peace during this difficult time.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
This is happening too often, the senseless shootings in Tulsa & Charlotte are powerful reminders of how much work has to be done in America.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
For those protesting in Charlotte, who are upset and frustrated over the death of Keith Scott, destruction and violence is not the answer.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
We must remain peaceful and nonviolent.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
We cannot ignore the inconsistent policing in this nation.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
We need to look at the officers’ records, backgrounds and begin to discipline, fire and arrest. #Accountability
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
When the police and community work together to develop strong relationships, it creates positive and safe environments for our families.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
These issues are not just black problems or white problems, they are American problems.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
As Americans we have to work together to fix what is going on in OUR country. Americans cannot remain silent.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
America must unify and make black lives a priority to start solving the issues of inequitable treatment of African Americans in this country
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
As Black leaders, businessman, clergy, athletes and entertainers we must use our platform to speak out on inequality & injustice in America.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
Our police system must work for and protect African Americans in a way that does not make the deaths of Mike Brown, Sandra Bland…
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
…Eric Garner, Philando Castile, Trayvon Martin, Alton Sterling, Keith Lamont Scott, Terence Crutcher and so many more the societal norm.
— Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) September 22, 2016
In a modern world where many high profile personalities feel forced to remain neutral in fear of upsetting the apple cart, Johnson has released his well-informed opinion on a very serious matter. Hopefully many follow his lead to attempt to restore order after the recent turmoil.
