Protests played out Thursday afternoon and more are promised Friday.
Kristal Dixon, The Atlanta Journal-Constitution Protesters gathered Friday at Marietta Square to protest the violent arrest of a man at a local restaurant. The confrontation between the two countries was put into motion, beginning when the US executed a drone strike that killed Iran's top general, Qasem Soleimani Jan 3, just days into the new year.Hours later, a Ukrainian passenger jet crashed just moments after takeoff in Tehran, Iran killing all on board; US and Canadian officials said they were "confident" the plane was shot down. Protesters took to the Marietta Square Thursday evening to send that exact message. Teachers, students and families plan to protest the Cobb County School District’s back-to-school plan next Thursday and march to the school board meeting. No American or Iraqi lives were lost in the attack.Please give an overall site rating:Demonstrators were prepared to send a message to lawmakers: No war with Iran.The demonstration came as tensions between Iran and the US reach a tipping point. Once attendees … In Marietta, the police warned against any of the protests escalating into violence, but were complimentary toward the organizers of the afternoon demonstration. The protest was hosted by Congressional candidate for Georgia's 11th district Asher Nuckolls.In a speech to the nation, Wednesday, President Trump said it appeared that Iran was "standing down" after the attacks.Like us on Facebook to see similar storiesIran, in response, launched an attack Tuesday, sending dozens of missiles into two military bases in neighboring Iraq that house US troops. Marietta police spokesman Chuck McPhilamy said officers were on hand to assist with traffic control during what he said was a "peaceful" gathering.“This was a collaboration between a group of youth wanting to exercise their right to free speech and a police department trying to ensure their’s and everyone else’s safety and protection,” he said.Credit: Marietta Police DepartmentFloyd died in police custody and former officer Derek Chauvin, who was captured on video kneeling with his knee on Floyd’s neck, was fired from the Minneapolis force and charged in his death.Simmonds said news of Floyd’s death has been “frightening and disheartening and alarming,” and reminds him that black people captured on video taking their last breaths “could very well [be] me just because of the color of my skin.”Marietta resident Justin Simmonds said protesters are “sick and tired of being sick and tired” of the steady drumbeat of videos showing unarmed black people dying during encounters with police.“The message we want to get across is that it’s not just a black problem. “We appreciate that y’all are here and are understanding. Protesters took to the Marietta Square Thursday evening to send that exact message. Because trust me, not every officer is like that,” Maykya Harris said as she embraced Brian Marshall, a major with the Marietta Police Department.“We blessed each other and prayed over each other,” Harris said.More than 200 people marched peacefully to Marietta square on Monday, calling for social justice—and police stood with them in solidarity.The powerful moment between the police officer and the young woman occurred just before the crowd arrived.Several prominent Cobb County pastors told Jose they will sit down together on Tuesday to come up with an action plan.“It’s like this: trying to kill a bear with a BB gun," he continued. The protest was hosted by Congressional candidate for Georgia's 11th district Asher Nuckolls.In a speech to the nation, Wednesday, President Trump said it appeared that Iran was "standing down" after the attacks.Like us on Facebook to see similar storiesIran, in response, launched an attack Tuesday, sending dozens of missiles into two military bases in neighboring Iraq that house US troops. #ThinkMariettasquare “All lives do not matter unless black lives matter.”log in to manage your profile and account© 2020 © 2020 Cox Media GroupBack at the rally, Jose spoke to Marietta City Councilman Reggie Copeland, who is also a bishop at House of Hope Church International.“Do not only march today, but march right on down to the voting poll and vote the type of leader you want in leadership,” Copeland said.The demonstrators said repeatedly that outside agitators were not welcome. Barnes wrote to the Courier: The bear will eat you up every single time.”The message here for Monday was simple: peace, not violence.Two strangers with open dialogue, brought the long-time officer to tears.Jose said he was standing just feet away in Laurel Park and watched as the white officer cried as he hugged the young black woman.“We don’t have to riot like animals!
Protesters took to the Marietta Square Thursday evening to send that exact message. The confrontation between the two countries was put into motion, beginning when the US executed a drone strike that killed Iran's top general, Qasem Soleimani Jan 3, just days into the new year.Hours later, a Ukrainian passenger jet crashed just moments after takeoff in Tehran, Iran killing all on board; US and Canadian officials said they were "confident" the plane was shot down. Marietta Square, Marietta Georgia Whether you come to shop, eat or be entertained, there is something for everyone at the Marietta Square in downtown Marietta, GA. Stop in at the Welcome Center in the old train depot to pick up maps, information and restaurant advice.