In the year 2020 alone, we have witnessed the murder of numerous innocent black civilians including Ahmaud Arbery, Breonna Taylor, and George Floyd. These killings are symptoms of the larger systematic racism we face in America.

Disturbingly, an Asian American police officer was complicit in the recent murder of George Floyd.  We strongly condemn the actions of these murderers, but especially that of officer Tou Thao. By remaining bystanders and refusing to support our black brothers and sisters, Asian Americans are complicit in the perpetuation of a racist system. 

We, Princeton University's Asian American Student Association, refuse to stand by and simply watch. We stand in solidarity with our black compatriots and are starting this fundraiser as an initial step to confront anti-black sentiments within our community. We want to emphasize that this is only the first step. Throwing money at a problem will not make it go away. We must use this time to reflect on the prejudices which exist within our community and confront them.

We are raising money to benefit NAACP Legal Defense & Educ Fund Inc (Ldf), and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to us.

The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund is America's legal counsel on issues of race. Through advocacy and litigation, LDF focuses on issues of education, voter protection, economic justice and criminal justice. They encourage students to embark on careers in the public interest through scholarship and internship programs. LDF pursues racial justice to move our nation toward a society that fulfills the promise of equality for all Americans. Read more here: https://www.naacpldf.org/about-us/