LANSING, Ill. (June 6, 2020) – As quarantine restrictions began to ease and businesses began to reopen—with modifications—Sunday morning felt like a new beginning. But the mood shifted later in the day, and the rest of the week found people in Lansing and across the country sorting out a tangle of feelings. The conversation is by no means over, but the photos below capture some of the voices in Lansing and the perspective they tried to share throughout the week.
A dedicated article about Friday’s peaceful protest is forthcoming, but the photos above capture a glimpse of the range of voices speaking out throughout the week. In addition, on Saturday, June 6, elected officials representing Lansing at a variety of levels of government held a “Day of Action” in Calumet City, where they expressed outrage, frustration, and commitment to policy change as well as financial investment in the south suburbs. A summary of those comments is also forthcoming.
Melanie Jongsma grew up in Lansing, Illinois, and believes The Lansing Journal has an important role to play in building community through trustworthy information.
How come they weren’t “social distancing” and being “unmasked” during all this? Please address that!
Perhaps because they are more afraid of continued abuse and oppression from the criminal justice system than Covid?
I am so impressed by the three young men who organized the peaceful protest at Lan-Oak Park. I am grateful for their hearts, their beautiful words, and their vision that brought so many people together to express our sadness and frustration at the injustices experienced by our fellow citizens in the Black community. Thank you to the Lansing Police Department for their support and involvement that helped make it a special afternoon of unity.
I wish I could have been a part of this…I had no idea it was happening. I am proud of Lansing for standing up! #lansingresident
I applaud these young men for their peaceful message. You will be the future & you are on the road to success.
My main concern & my advice is to give yourselves your own name. Black Lives Matter has been an antagonist group for years. Don’t be fooled. Stand on your own, create your own identity. You are well on the way. I’m sure you can come up with a meaningful name that belongs to you & your endeavors to bring peace to this divisive world.
I saw the note from Tiny, Lansing florist. It tugged at my heart strings. When Tiny opened her business in Lansing she wanted to do something for senior buildings in Lansing. She brought beautiful floral arrangements to our building & others.
I will never forget her kindness & thoughtfulness.
Not long after her business opened she suffered quite a bit of damage inside when a car went through her window. Now to see her fear for her business is so sad.Hang in there, Tiny. You!re a beautiful lady! God love & bless you!
How come they weren’t “social distancing” and being “unmasked” during all this? Please address that!
Perhaps because they are more afraid of continued abuse and oppression from the criminal justice system than Covid?
I am so impressed by the three young men who organized the peaceful protest at Lan-Oak Park. I am grateful for their hearts, their beautiful words, and their vision that brought so many people together to express our sadness and frustration at the injustices experienced by our fellow citizens in the Black community. Thank you to the Lansing Police Department for their support and involvement that helped make it a special afternoon of unity.
I wish I could have been a part of this…I had no idea it was happening. I am proud of Lansing for standing up! #lansingresident
I applaud these young men for their peaceful message. You will be the future & you are on the road to success.
My main concern & my advice is to give yourselves your own name. Black Lives Matter has been an antagonist group for years. Don’t be fooled. Stand on your own, create your own identity. You are well on the way. I’m sure you can come up with a meaningful name that belongs to you & your endeavors to bring peace to this divisive world.
I saw the note from Tiny, Lansing florist. It tugged at my heart strings. When Tiny opened her business in Lansing she wanted to do something for senior buildings in Lansing. She brought beautiful floral arrangements to our building & others.
I will never forget her kindness & thoughtfulness.
Not long after her business opened she suffered quite a bit of damage inside when a car went through her window. Now to see her fear for her business is so sad.Hang in there, Tiny. You!re a beautiful lady! God love & bless you!