Juneteenth marchers met by counter-protesters motorcyclists in Rifle

The Aspen Times (Colorado) / Glenwood Springs Post Independent ^ | 06/22/2020 | Kyle Mills

[BansheeBill]

On Friday evening, peaceful Black Lives Matter chants were shadowed by the deafening roar of motorcycle engines as counter-protestors — including some who were open-carrying firearms — followed the marchers on their route down Railroad Avenue to the Rifle Police Department.

The march was organized on Juneteenth, the oldest celebration in the U.S. commemorating the end of slavery.

It was the second time this month that several hundred protesters gathered in Rifle at City Hall. But unlike the June 2 vigil, Friday’s event was met by a significant counter-protest.

As BLM supporters gathered in the plaza near city hall, several hundred more supporters from Back the Blue and other conservative groups lined Railroad Avenue.

“Most importantly, first and foremost it is about getting the message out, there are so many problems across the country that may not be happening here, we may not see here, but it doesn’t mean we can’t stand with our brothers and sisters across the country,” BLM supporter Omar Hernandez said.

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[Old Yeller]

I thought it was a black lives matter protest. Where are the black people in that protest?

It’s always almost entirely stupid 20-something spoiled white children. Also known as useful idiots. Like sheep going to their slaughter.

[dsc]

“Can’t tell from the picture but I hope its 45 long Colt.”

Next time I go down there, I’ll try to remember to ask.

[Gene Eric]

>> Bitter Lying Marxist

For the record, I’ve adopted your improvement.