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Justice for Trayvon

Justice for Trayvon refers to the movement advocating for accountability in the case of Trayvon Martin, a Black teenager fatally shot in 2012 by George Zimmerman, a neighborhood watch volunteer. The incident sparked nationwide outrage and discussions on racial profiling and gun laws, highlighting systemic issues within the justice system. Many believed Trayvon's death was a result of racial bias, leading to protests and the formation of the Black Lives Matter movement. The phrase symbolizes a call for justice and reform in the face of racial inequalities in law enforcement and societal attitudes towards race.