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With a sad and troubled heart, I am sorry to report that Our Brother Monroe Bird has passed. As you probably remember, earlier this year I told you the story of Young Brother Bird. He was a star basketball player and Son of two local pastors. Like Trayvon Martin, Monroe was minding his own business and living his life, when a over overzealous and violent "wannabe enforcer" took unnecessary actions. These actions led to Our Brother being shot for just living life and being Brown.


However, because the officials handling the case for some reason didn't want to charge the security guard (who was under the influence at the time); maybe because of Stand Your Ground Law (if your thinking George Zimmerman your right). However, all I do know is Brother Bird and His Family did not get the justice they deserve. Maybe even great than this fact, as a result of the non-action taken by those handling the case; Monroe was denied his health insurance which would have provided him proper medical and eventual rehab care. He succumbed to his injuries on June 30th at his home (his family could not afford to keep him in at a proper medical facility).


I am truly sad and heart-broken by the news. From the lack of action taken for his justice, to the case, to the hurt of seeing another Young Brother killed for being Black. To even me, not being able to help more than I could do. I'm just disgusted and tired. Last, I can't even begin to image how his family must feel right now.


Though, I never got the chance to meet My Brother. I miss him and Pray that he is in paradise with Almighty GOD.


RIP Brother Monroe Bird.


I Pray You Are Resting in Peaceful Power.


Sincerely,


The Brown Brother


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