On the 6th anniversary of the assassination of Rio de Janeiro City Councilwoman Marielle Franco, a Brazilian anti-racism and LGBTQ+ advocate, various individuals and groups have come forward to commemorate her legacy and demand justice. Interviews and statements from her widow, Monica Benicio, and friends, including journalist Glenn Greenwald, reflect on Franco's impact and the ongoing fight for justice. Human rights defenders and progressive citizens marched through the streets of Rio de Janeiro to demand justice for Franco and her driver, Anderson Gomes, highlighting that while the ex-police who pulled the trigger have been caught, those who ordered the assassination have not been found. The U.S. and Brazil have committed to combating racism and discrimination through initiatives like JAPER, as reflected in statements from U.S. representatives.
Ranking Member @RepGregoryMeeks, @RepKamlagerDove, @JoaquinCastroTX release statement commemorating the sixth anniversary of the assassination of Brazilian anti-racism and LGBTQ+ advocate Marielle Franco: https://t.co/pAD9IuxcL1
6 years ago today, Rio de Janeiro councilwoman and Brazilian anti-racism & LGBTQ+ advocate Marielle Franco was assassinated. As we reflect on Franco’s legacy, the U.S. and Brazil commit to combating racism & discrimination in our countries through JAPER. https://t.co/tnHzEOFt6R
#Brazil | Human rights defenders and progressive citizens marched through the streets of Rio de Janeiro to demand justice for councilor Marielle Franco and driver Anderson Gomes. https://t.co/HOM3o2AOkR
Exactly 6 years ago today, the extraordinary Marielle Franco -- a Rio de Janeiro City Councilwoman elected at the same time as my husband, and who became his best friend -- was assassinated. The ex-police who pulled the trigger were caught. Those who ordered it have not been. https://t.co/ODb7PqQ248
Today marks the 6th anniversary of the assassination of Rio City Councilwoman Marielle Franco, I sat down with her widow @monica_benicio to talk about hope, grief, and the fight for justice. https://t.co/afNjSVGymR