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Why Did George Zimmerman Shoot Trayvon Martin?

The story of George Zimmerman shooting Trayvon Martin remains a major element in the narrative of American politics. On February 26, 2012, Zimmerman, a Hispanic, fatally shot a 17-year-old African-American, Trayvon Martin. The incident led to starkly polarised outrage and politically charged debates and discussions on popular American media. The trial ended on July 13,… Read More »