The murder of George Floyd on May 25, 2020 demonstrated that the tolerance for racial inequality in the United States could no longer remain unchallenged. The constant crimes committed against the Black community had reached a breaking point, forcing society to confront systemic racism and its influence on the country. The nation responded with protests aimed to increase awareness on the subject and to demand change and consequences for those responsible. This collection provides a glimpse into the events that unfolded in the summer of 2020 as viewed through the lenses of two photographers, Keith Rice, a historian and archivist at California State University Northridge, and Taylor Walker, his granddaughter. It consists of digital images and videos that depict protestors occupying intersections, marching in the streets, delivering speeches, and displaying signs, as well as posters used during protests that collectively demanded equality for the lives of Black people in support of the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement. The protests also highlight the divisions and the differences in attitudes towards some of the nation’s citizens, with supporters of President Donald Trump's actions receiving little resistance from police during their counter protests. The protests documented occurred in Southern California, mostly in Los Angeles County. These events provide a snapshot of the United States and the racial pandemic amidst the COVID-19 pandemic and the ongoing pursuit of equality in the United States.

The collection contains spreadsheets with metadata for more detailed information on most of the images and videos.

Collection folders are arranged alphabetically by title.