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Geesh, all lives matter, not just black ones, OK?

OK. I'm tired of it.

I don't want to hear "black lives matter." All lives matter. Black, white, red, yellow and all other colors under the sun.

Sure, each group feels vulnerable. Everyone thinks the "others" are out to get them. Does anyone with an IQ above three really think killing the opposing group is going to make anyone feel secure?

All this hatred, fear and division makes me wonder. Is there a concerted effort to keep the two races at odds? Ever hear of the adage and war tactic, divide and conquer? Does anyone beside me get a sick feeling? Think about it.

Ellie Kloes, Longs

This story was originally published July 12, 2016 at 8:39 AM with the headline "Geesh, all lives matter, not just black ones, OK?."

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