I wasn't thinking about what the reception was going to be. It's hard to focus at times. And it has to be addressed internally in every police department in the country.People have been texting me, "You're so courageous for speaking out." Brianna Turner.
I played college basketball at Some people will share everything on social media. My father, Howard, worked 28 years for the Houston Police Department and is now a campus sergeant for a community college here in Houston. I think maybe people are afraid, and they don't want to say the "wrong thing." Of course, I’d always known my parents were in law enforcement, but it was over time, as I grew up, that I really knew what that meant: My mom and dad are sworn to protect and serve at all costs. "But we're watching protestors clashing with national guard and police officers, and it's sad to see: These people are protesting police brutality, yet in many cases, they're still being met with police brutality.People should not be afraid to interact with police officers. Briana earned her popularity from the show “Growing Up Hip-Pop.” She appeared as the supporting role in season 2 and season 3 of the show. "It's important for me to share my background. The rookie appeared in 29 games, starting 12, and responded with fine first-year stat-line. I'm not sure what that would look like, but it could be a positive thing. "But we're watching protestors clashing with national guard and police officers, and it's sad to see: These people are protesting police brutality, yet in many cases, they're still being met with police brutality.People should not be afraid to interact with police officers. The rookie, over 27 appearances this season, is averaging 4.1 points and 4.1 rebounds per game.Turner has started nine of the last 11 games, coming off the bench during the Mercury's most recent contest. The beef of disagreement between the two cast members has been an ongoing story on GUHH. This is affecting so many black families.
Phoenix Mercury forward Brianna Turner, whose parents are in law enforcement, shares why she's pursuing a leadership role after George Floyd's death. I need to be ready when the WNBA calls and our season starts, and I will be. Briana Latrise's dad and stepmom, Kendu Isaacs and Mary J, Blige (Photo: celebritynetworth.com) Her parents, Kendu and Mary, who reportedly went through $110,000 in spousal support, allegedly entangled with the series of misunderstanding and violence. My dad decided to be the change that he wanted to see.But here's the thing: I hear the description of George Floyd: A 6-foot-6 black man. I can't support blasting a song like that. We're never going to be done talking about it until we see real change.Brianna Turner promotes accountability to eliminate police brutality (1:47) It's very possible that has happened his whole life. I need to be ready when the WNBA calls and our season starts, and I will be.
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And it has to be addressed internally in every police department in the country.People have been texting me, "You're so courageous for speaking out."
They should not fear for their lives when they get pulled over. That is a big issue in this country.
"But we're watching protestors clashing with national guard and police officers, and it's sad to see: These people are protesting police brutality, yet in many cases, they're still being met with police brutality.People should not be afraid to interact with police officers. You have come to the ESPN Africa edition, for other ESPN editions, click above.Phoenix Mercury forward Brianna Turner, whose parents are in law enforcement, shares why she's pursuing a leadership role after George Floyd's death.
How can you witness what we've seen in the past week and not have anything to say? We're never going to be done talking about it until we see real change.Brianna Turner promotes accountability to eliminate police brutality (1:47)
I'm not sure what that would look like, but it could be a positive thing. I wasn't expecting to get a call to be on SportsCenter. briannat @uvic.ca. And I'm like, "My parents are police. But if you're supporting humanity and equality, I don't get how you could say the wrong thing.I'm not a police officer. I don't feel courageous. I've had people from the Mercury organization reach out to me personally and lend me their support. I think about how many instances when my dad has been out doing something -- at a gas station, or just getting something to eat -- and someone has been startled or nervous just because of his presence.
It's not courageous to care about humanity.