On June 5th, a group of high school seniors, myself included, organized a protest on what would have been the last day of high school. Inviting Orange County Human Relations to teach de-escalation techniques, contacting the police to ensure our safety amidst gun threats, and encouraging Black students to speak about their experiences, we took initiative to provide a safe and productive environment for students to voice their opinions, and we did so peacefully.
Author Archives: Lauren Harvey
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Harvey: A Huntington Beach Student’s Response to the Recent Protests
Once again, a health issue has become the center of political discourse, resulting in both sides engaging in fundamentally different arguments and preventing any real change. Spread of misinformation, not only regarding the virus, but also regarding the political climate in my own hometown is frustrating. This piece attempts to correct some of these misconceptions.
