Anthony Joshua on Saturday, June 6th joined in the Black Lives Matter protests in his hometown, Watford, United Kingdom.
Since the protests broke out worldwide following the death of George Floyd, many celebrities have come out to lend their voice to the cause.
Anthony Joshua albeit in knee braces and crutches showed up to the protests and spoke powerfully. The World Heavy Weight Champion described racism as a “virus” and a “pandemic” that needs to be flushed out.
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Anthony Joshua said racism is: “A virus that is not apologetic. A virus that spreads across all sectors of our communities, sports, education, churches, entertainment, the media, and even the government. Not just in the UK, but across the world. The virus has been declared a pandemic.
It is out of control. And I’m not actually talking about COVID-19. The virus I’m referring to is called racism. How long are we going to allow racism to spread through our communities? And right now, we are in the community, and affect our lives without using the vaccine you already have in your possession?
What is the possession? Me and you. You want a vaccine. I am the vaccine. We need to speak out in peaceful demonstrations, just like today. So well done, Watford. Inject the vaccine. We must not use the demonstration for selfish motives and turn it into rioting and looting.”
See more pictures from the protests below.
Photo credit: #anthonyjoshua
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