WWE on George Floyd killing: We condemn racial injustice, stand behind our black performers - watsupptoday.com
WWE on George Floyd killing: We condemn racial injustice, stand behind our black performers
Posted 03 Jun 2020 04:36 PM

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American expert wrestling promoters WWE on Wednesday broke its silence on the killing of George Floyd and the subsequent protests by using developing with a robust message on social media. WWE presented its condolences to the own family of 46-year-antique African-American man, George Floyd who became killed in police custody. Footage of a Minneapolis police officer kneeling on Floyd's neck has induced a full-size outcry throughout the US. Several have taken to the streets to protest the police motion and are calling for reforms. WWE stated it stands behind its 'black wrestlers, personnel and enthusiasts' and voiced against racial injustice. WWE supports an inclusive society and condemns racial injustice. We stand at the back of our Black performers, personnel and fans around the world, and encourage each person to use their voice to speak out in opposition to racism. We offer our sincere condolences to the own family of George Floyd and the households of countless others who've misplaced their lives due to senseless violence, WWE said in a statement. WWE also blacked out its profile photos on social media platform in support of #BlackoutTuesday movement. The company's statement comes after several WWE stars took to social media to voice out against racism and condemn the killing of George Floyd. WWE superstar Roman Reigns said there is no grey area when it comes to understanding that racism is wrong. Racism is wrong. There is no grey area here. IT IS WRONG. Teach your kids this everyday, so we can rid ourselves and our future of this life ending disease, Reigns said. Kevin Owens said George Floyd's 'murderers' need to be held accountable. If you are more upset by what's happening in Minneapolis currently than what happened to George Floyd, there is something seriously wrong with you. Mr. Floyd was murdered. His murderers have to be held accountable, Kevin Owens wrote.

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