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North Carolina city councilwoman's tweet comparing police to terrorists sparks outrage
CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Several police officers have contacted WSOC-TV in Charlotte, North Carolina, because they are upset about a tweet from Charlotte City Councilwoman Lawana Mayfield.
The tweet was posted in March, but it’s getting more attention during National Police Week.
"Being black in America under number 45 has created homegrown terrorist wearing blue uniforms," the tweet read.
Link to tweet
The tweet came after an officer-involved shooting in Sacramento, California.
An officer shot and killed an unarmed black man while responding to a call about break-ins.
Read more: https://www.daytondailynews.com/news/national/north-carolina-city-councilwoman-tweet-comparing-police-terrorists-sparks-outrage/VpafbqAhyFP6WHI5qTGMqJ/