Eugene Goodman
Even in the face of destruction and racist terror, a handful of Black people emerged as heroes among the brave Americans who stood up to the bigoted Capitol mob and defended democracy.
Kevin Seefried used a Confederate flag to attack a Black police officer on Jan. 6, 2021.
Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman was awarded the Congressional Gold Medal for his heroics during the attempted coup at the Capitol on Jan. 6
Wednesday's ceremony again proved that Black people are the culture, the movement and the soul of America.
The self-restraint shown by Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman with the mob storming the U.S. Capitol is rarely used when there are Black suspects.
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