Celebs React to the Zimmerman Verdict

(The Root) — Twitter is still buzzing about the George Zimmerman verdict handed down last night. Celebrities are weighing in, too, tweeting their condolences, anger and motivational words. Suggested Reading Charles Barkely And Michael Jordan Squash Their Decades-Long Beef Why Millions are Risking AI Medical Advice Despite Fading Trust No, Janet Jackson Isn’t In the…

(The Root) — Twitter is still buzzing about the George Zimmerman verdict handed down last night. Celebrities are weighing in, too, tweeting their condolences, anger and motivational words.

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I am optimistic I am cynical Im angry Im in pain I am motivated Im confused Im scared I am sick of racism & want to do something about it

— solange knowles (@solangeknowles) July 14, 2013

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Short Life .. Everlasting Spirit. R.I.P. Trayvon Martin

— Jackée Harry (@JackeeHarry) July 14, 2013

Tracy Clayton is a writer, humorist and blogger from Louisville, Ky.

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