"If it was a white person, they wouldn't need a video."
With the George Floyd case complete, Archbishop Dexter Burke of the Walk in the Light Church of God in Hartford is hopeful for the future, but he says America has a lot of work to do before Black people can trust they'll get fair treatment from police and the court system.
"There is not a great relationship between community and police, especially as it relates to people of color."
Burke appreciates how young Americans of all backgrounds have come together for the cause of racial equity, and he thinks that indicates a healthier future.
"I think we can relax knowing our future looks bright with these young people that we have. They're going to do some great things."
Archbishop Burke spoke to WTIC's Dave Mager:
