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Why does George Zimmerman’s brother follow Trayvon Martin’s family on Twitter?

There's something disconcerting about the fact that Robert Zimmerman, Jr.'s keeping tabs on the social media activity of the family of a murder victim.

On Jul 5, 2013 by Fidel Martinez

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Reddit just banned one of its most racist forums

Admins say that r/ni**ers broke the site's rules, and that the ban was in no way politically motivated.

On Jul 1, 2013 by Fidel Martinez

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George Zimmerman’s lawyer “beat stupidity,” celebrates with selfie

Don West is having a rough week, but you wouldn't know it from scoping Instagram. 

On Jun 28, 2013 by Fidel Martinez

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Witness in Zimmerman trial scrubs Twitter account before testifying

Rachel Jeantel, 19, received a call from Trayvon Martin just before he was killed by George Zimmerman.

On Jun 27, 2013 by Kris Holt

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Cop fired for Trayvon Martin targets posts YouTube plea

The policeman fired for using a target showing Trayvon Martin during a drill has taken to YouTube to profess his innocence. 

On Apr 15, 2013 by Chase Hoffberger

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Brother of George Zimmerman apologizes for racist tweets

Robert Zimmerman, brother of George Zimmerman, who stands accused of murdering black teenager Trayvon Martin, has apologized for a series of racist tweets.

On Mar 28, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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Brother of Trayvon Martin shooter tweets racist photo

Robert Zimmerman's picture attempts to draw a connection between his brother's victim and De'Marquis Elkins, who allegedly killed a 13-month-old during a robbery.

On Mar 25, 2013 by Kevin Collier

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1 year later, we’ve forgotten about Trayvon Martin

News coverage of the dead teenager has all but vanished over the past 9 months, and the "Stand Your Ground" law that forms his killer's defense is unlikely to be changed.

On Feb 26, 2013 by Curt Hopkins

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George Zimmerman’s lawyers to subpoena Trayvon Martin’s Twitter and Facebook records

Defense counsel also seeks dead teenager's school records.

On Sep 10, 2012 by Fernando Alfonso III

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The CAPS OFF PLEASE podcast: On swingers, sex, and Kickstarter

The Daily Dot's comic crew gets the lead out. 

On Jun 19, 2012 by CAPS OFF PLEASE

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Trayvoning: The most disturbing new meme to sweep through Tumblr

Banned from Facebook, the meme has found a new home on the social blogging platform.

On May 24, 2012 by Chase Hoffberger

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New Orleans school psychologist defends racist Twitter account

"Young Black Dogs ... need to be put down not incarcerated," advisor Mark Traina wrote on Twitter. 

On May 24, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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FBI may charge Zimmerman with hate crime

Race has defined public dialog of the Trayvon Martin case. Now the federal government may weigh-in.

On May 15, 2012 by Kevin Collier

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Firefighter demoted over racist Facebook rant

Brian Beckmann  will be required to undergo a psychological exam and diversity training courses after posting a racist rant about Trayvon Martin. 

On May 14, 2012 by Kris Holt

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Petition against firefighter for racist Trayvon Martin post hits 1250 signatures

An online petition calling for Brian Beckmann’s removal from Miami Dade Fire Rescue for a racially charged Facebook rant continues to heat up. 

On May 4, 2012 by Kris Holt