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The Making of George Documentary Screening Remembers George Perry Floyd Jr. on 3rd Anniversary of His Cold-Blooded Murder

ABOVE: Dignitaries and Family of George Floyd at documentary screening On Memorial Day—May 25, 2020—the whole world was forced to witness the heartless and cold-blooded murder of George Perry Floyd Jr.—a native of Houston’s historic Third Ward community who died under the knee of now-convicted murder Derek Chauvin, while his fellow Minneapolis police officers watched […]
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ABOVE: Dignitaries and Family of George Floyd at documentary screening

On Memorial Day—May 25, 2020—the whole world was forced to witness the heartless and cold-blooded murder of George Perry Floyd Jr.—a native of Houston’s historic Third Ward community who died under the knee of now-convicted murder Derek Chauvin, while his fellow Minneapolis police officers watched and did absolutely nothing to stop it.

The murder of George Floyd had an impact on the entire world and brought about many protests and memorials to remember the victim of police brutality and injustice.

In remembrance of George Floyd’s life, along with ensuring that the ongoing fight against police brutality and racism does not fizzle out, Greater Houston area community leaders, elected officials, activists, and other community stakeholders recently gathered for the screening of The Making of George—a deeply compelling short documentary about the creation of the George Floyd sculpture in Houston.

Bishop Dr. James Dixon speaks at documentary screening

The sculpture, which was commissioned by Houston area entrepreneur Dannette Davis of Kay Davis Associates, and created by renowned sculptress Adrienne Rison-Isom, was erected at Tom Bass National Park in October of 2022, on what would have been George Floyd’s 49^th birthday.

Harris County Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis, who was instrumental in getting the powerful sculpture located at Tom Bass Park, spoke about the significance of having the statue in his district.

“George Floyd’s life was a life taken far too soon, which sparked a conversation that led to a movement,” said Commissioner Ellis. “We’re proud to honor him with a statue at Tom Bass Park in Harris County Precinct One and continue the conversation about his life and legacy every day.”

Because of George Floyd’s strong connection to the Third Ward community, city officials decided that it would be fitting to host the documentary screening at the historic Emancipation Park Cultural Center, not far from Jack Yates High School, where he attended.

“This documentary is more than just a film; it is a poignant tribute to the resilience and strength of our community,” said Houston City Councilwoman Dr. Carolyn Evans-Shabazz, whose district encompasses Third Ward. “It sheds light on the story behind a powerful symbol of the ongoing fight for justice and equality.”

The 40-minute film offers an in-depth and intimate look at the emotions, thoughts, and processes involved in the creation of the monument that stands as a beacon of remembrance and call to action.

“Creating the sculpture was an emotional journey. I hope this documentary allows viewers to grasp not just the enormity of the sculpture, but also the depth of sentiment that it embodies,” said Isom, the talented artist behind the George Floyd sculpture.

Veronica Deboest, President of Cuney Home Resident Council; Forward Times Associate Editor Jeffrey L. Boney; philanthropist and entrepreneur Dannette Davis; renowned sculptor Adrienne Rison-Isom; and photographer Vicky Pink

The documentary was sponsored by Dannette Davis and the KDITC Foundation, which is a Houston-based organization committed to promoting social justice through a variety of initiatives, including support for arts and culture. The foundation believes in the power of storytelling to spark meaningful conversations and drive societal change. Davis hopes the documentary will serve as a powerful tool for education and conversation in Houston and beyond, contributing significantly to the ongoing dialogue surrounding racial justice and police reform.

In speaking with the Forward Times, Davis states that The Making of George documentary was at the forefront of her mind when she commissioned the iconic art piece.

“My team purposefully set up the artist with a time-lapse camera to capture the creation in her studio,” said Davis. “We knew that the events following Mr. Floyd’s death mattered to the world. We saw movement and change like never before. The artist in me wanted to capture this masterpiece in real time and then share it with others. It was not created on a 3D printer, nor with the help of AI. It was the ancient art of sculpting telling a story which will stand forever.”

Davis tells the Forward Times that she chose a few of the people in the documentary who were directly affected by his death because she wanted the authentic story, with relatives and friends and others who knew and loved him, but then she also chose who she calls her “warriors” – the Houston community leaders who provided her with unwavering support.

“I wanted to tell an impactful story,” Davis exclaimed. “Many of the people in the documentary paved the way for the successful placement and unveiling of the sculpture, and they continue to stay on the forefront of issues. Commissioner Rodney Ellis, Councilwoman Carolyn Shabazz, the Honorable Jeffrey L. Boney, and Dr. Reagan Flowers understood immediately the necessity of this physical statement for the community. I want people to see the artwork as complex and beautiful and understand that people are just that. We are equal, complex, and beautiful. I want the viewers to feel hopeful, encouraged, and motivated to keep the conversations going, whether on race relations or policing with compassion. We should never forget what we all witnessed on that fateful day. Shameful. It should be a reminder to be that best version of ourselves. The art piece entitled “A Conversation with George,” is a reminder to visit that man or woman in the mirror with honesty. We have got to do better.”

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NFL: Week Two Recap | Jalen Hurts did not fold; Caleb Williams exits game with injury

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts found Darius Cooper with nine seconds left for the game winning touchdown as his team beat the Tennessee Titans 24-20 in Nashville. Hurts finished the day 26/37 for 264 yards. He threw for two touchdowns and two interceptions. Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 […]
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Prior to the final drive, the Eagles ran 25 plays for 45 yards. During the final drive Hurts went 6-8 with 61 passing yards and the touchdown. Titans defensive tackle — and team captain — Jeffery Simmons said this week that the way to defend Jalen Hurts is to make him “play quarterback.”

Hurts said to Simmons after today’s game: “You started that sh**. I had to finish it.”

Running back Saquon Barkley suffered a stinger in the first half but he ultimately finished the game. He had four carries and nine yards and one catch for eleven yards. He will get an MRI for his injury, but admitted to Cameron Wolfe of the NFL Network he was fine.

Caleb Williams leaves game against Vikings with apparent lower-body injury

Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams was helped off the field with a right leg injury with 7:42 remaining in the fourth quarter. Williams was down, writhing in pain after scrambling to his left. After departing the injury tent, Williams raised his right fist, acknowledging the crowd while expressing his frustration. Testing will commence on Monday to find out more details about his injury.

“We’ll know tomorrow,” Johnson admitted regarding Williams’ injury. “He’s in good spirits. He’s a team player.”

Williams finished the day with 138 passing yards and one interception.

“I’m actually happy it’s nothing with the knee — that was my first inclination,” Johnson said. “But, a hamstring could be pretty damaging as well. So, we’ll see. We’ll see how bad it is tomorrow and we’ll go from there.”

Bryce Young once again dominated the Falcons

Carolina Panthers quarterback Bryce Young is 5-1 against the Atlanta Falcons and is undefeated at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Today, Young threw for 287 yards and three touchdowns as he led the Panthers to a 34-3 dismembering of the Atlanta Falcons. Georgia Tech alumnus Darren Waller caught two touchdowns and linebacker Devin Lloyd returned one of his two interceptions for a touchdown.

Cooper Rush started his second straight game for the Falcons and it did not go well. The partisan crowd voiced their displeasure after Rush completed 10/17 passes for 86 yards and two interceptions. Jack Strand entered the game for Rush prompting cheers from the Falcons fans. The rookie threw a pick-six on his first career pass attempt. Strand was the first QB to accomplish that feat since Sam Darnold in 2018 and is the first Falcons player to do that since Brett Favre in 1991. Strand finished the day with 59 passing yards and 16 rushing yards.

According to reports, quarterback Michael Penix, Jr. is expected to make his season debut this Thursday at the Green Bay Packers. His return should help the Falcons. They are the first team since the 2008 Rams to not run any plays in the red zone after the first two games to open a season.

The bright spots for the Falcons today were the Spelman College Jaguarettes performing with the Falcons cheerleaders and Florida A&M’s marching band, The Marching 100, also performed during halftime!

Jayden Daniels gets carted off after apparent arm injury

Washington Commanders quarterback Jayden Daniels appeared to injure his left elbow on the final play of the first half in his game against the Dallas Cowboys. During the play, Daniels got stepped on, braced himself for the fall, and his elbow bent the wrong way. Daniels draped a towel over his head as he exited the field on the cart.

He was later ruled out.

Daniels suffered a dislocated elbow to the same arm during week nine of last season against the Washington Commanders, which led to him being shut down for the remainder of the season.

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The Complete Negotiation Framework — Every Stage, Every Tactic, Every Win

Master the complete vehicle-purchase negotiation framework with Roosevelt Gist and Roosevelt. Learn every stage, tactic, and win!
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Negotiation framework stages, tactics, and winning strategies from AutoNetwork

Roosevelt Gist and Roosevelt deliver the complete vehicle-purchase negotiation framework in Episode 8 of The Color of Our Money Is Green. This episode covers the three foundations of every effective negotiation, the full seven-stage negotiation sequence with exact language for every stage, and five of the most common dealership tactics with the specific response each one requires.
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Mazda CX-90 Luxury: Heated Seats & Premium Comfort! #shorts

Stay toasty in the CX-90! Plush Nappa leather, heated/ventilated seats, and a memory-equipped heated steering wheel deliver ultimate luxury.
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Mazda CX-90 interior with heated seats offering premium comfort.

Experience ultimate comfort in the CX-90. Nappa leather, heated/ventilated seats, 8-way power adjustments, and memory settings for both front passengers. The heated steering wheel with memory tilt/telescope adds premium convenience.

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