Racist and Insensitive Texts Sent to Thousands Across the Country
A South Florida woman, Corryn Freeman, received a text message on Wednesday that has been described as racist and insensitive. The message told her that she had been "selected to pick cotton" on a plantation, and it gave her a date and a group letter that she was in.
The Message
The text message was one of many that were sent to thousands of people across the country, including children, students, and adults. The messages were racist and insensitive, and they have been described as "vile and abhorrent" by the NAACP President and CEO, Derrick Johnson.
The Investigation
As of Saturday night, the sender of the text messages has not yet been identified, but federal and local investigations are underway. The messages have been described as "foreign interference" by some, and they have sparked concerns about the safety and well-being of the recipients.
The Impact
The messages have had a significant impact on the recipients, with many feeling scared, nervous, and targeted. Corryn Freeman, the South Florida woman who received the message, said that she was afraid for her life and that she didn’t know what to do.
Conclusion
The racist and insensitive text messages sent to thousands of people across the country are a disturbing reminder of the ongoing struggle for racial equality and justice. The messages have sparked concerns about the safety and well-being of the recipients, and they have highlighted the need for unity and peace.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Who received the racist and insensitive text messages?
A: Thousands of people across the country, including children, students, and adults, received the messages.
Q: What did the messages say?
A: The messages told the recipients that they had been "selected to pick cotton" on a plantation, and they gave them a date and a group letter that they were in.
Q: Who is behind the messages?
A: The sender of the messages has not yet been identified, but federal and local investigations are underway.
Q: What is the impact of the messages?
A: The messages have had a significant impact on the recipients, with many feeling scared, nervous, and targeted.
