Denasia Lawrence sings national anthem @ Miami Heat game in BLM shirt while kneeling.

[Mika]

When I took the opportunity to sing the national anthem at the Heat game, it was bigger than me. Right now, we’re seeing a war on Black & Brown bodies— we’re being unjustly killed and overly criminalized. I took the opportunity to sing AND kneel; to show that we belong in this country AND that we have the right to respectfully protest injustices against us. I took the opportunity to sing AND kneel to show that, I too, am America. As a social worker, I’ve worked with youth, families and veterans, and everyday they all teach me the value of fighting against injustice— that all are treated equally no matter their race, gender, sexual orientation, or physical abilities.

I didn’t get paid to sing the national anthem; nor was this moment about any sort of fame. Black Lives Matter is far larger than a hashtag, it’s a rallying cry. And until our cry is rightfully heard, protests will still happen and demands will still be made!

Video and comments here --> https://www.facebook.com/denasia.lawrence/posts/1113602208728766

The comments on Denasia Lawrence's post are astounding.

[saidsimplesimon]

1. k&r mika

By choice, I do not have a facebook, twitter or paypal account. I will find another source for the video.

[Brother Buzz]

2. You don't need an account to view it

Just opt for the 'Not Now' option to close the blocking banner. Easy Peasy.

[saidsimplesimon]

3. Well, it could be my

browser settings that block playing the video. "An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of care."

[blm]

4. I think she can use some backup.

Twist their heads around a bit.