It was forbidden to bury Polynices, and Michael Brown's body was left on a Ferguson street for four hours. As was said, these dead are killed twice.

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The tragic effects of careless authority is one thing, of course, but more powerful was the discussion of not only whose live is valuable, but whose death, also, and whose body after death can be shown respect.

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That was extraordinary — and De-Rance Blaylock, my god, what a voice.
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So moving to hear the mothers of those who have been killed by police brutality speak of the play, and its relationship to their own experiences, or those of their community.

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Absolutely beautiful song from @TheaterofWar Ferguson Virtual Choir : educators, students, activists, social workers, members of the faith community, and STL & NYC police officers #alonetogether
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