Events tagged with "jena six"

Historical Events tagged with "jena six"

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Large March Protests in Support of Convicted Youths

September 20th, 2007 17 years ago

Thousands marched in Jena, Louisiana, to express support for six black juveniles convicted of assaulting a white classmate. The protest highlighted racial tensions in the small Southern town, drawing national attention to the case and igniting conversations about racial justice and community response to perceived injustices. Protesters from various backgrounds gathered to advocate for what they saw as a disproportionate legal response to the altercation.