White supporters of the movement have encountered responses (from welcoming to wariness) from some African-American activists. That hasn't stopped them from leading pro-BLM protests in Louisville.
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Despite Mixed Reactions, White Activists Feel They Have A Role In Black Lives Matter
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Cara Baribeau