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Community Responds To Stephon Clark's Funeral

Friday, March 30, 2018 | Sacramento, CA
Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

Protesters rally in front of the Sacramento County District Attorney's Office March 27, 2018.

Andrew Nixon / Capital Public Radio

In the 12 days since Stephon Clark was shot and killed by two Sacramento police officers, Clark's name has gained national prominence.

Clark’s funeral Thursday was broadcast nationally as the Rev. Al Sharpton delivered the euology, calling on President Doinald Trump to act. There have been a number of protests and community forums in the days following the shooting, with family members and community activitists calling for major systemic change and justice for the 22-year-old.

Community acitivist Barry Accius and family member Sonia Lewis join Beth Ruyak in studio to talk about Stephon Clark, his funeral yesterday and what they would like see happen moving forward. 

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