CHESTER, Pa. - The Chester Children’s Chorus recreated a song, originally about the death of Eric Garner, and released a music video in response to the death of George Floyd."So our children would have the opportunity to grieve as a choir," said chorus Founder and musical director John Alston.Shamir Bryant, a member, continued, "It took a lot of emotion into that video, and even watching it now, it still hits.

It's just sad that it's happening.”Bryant says that it is very important that people see their video, even though they have not seen each other in several months due to the pandemic.

They are both optimistic about what the future holds."I want them to know this is our life. This is what we have to go through every day.

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Surrey RCMP Sgt. Elenore Sturko provides an update on enforcement at a protest blockading the Pacific Highway border crossing on Sunday. Four people have been arrested for mischief.

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Alberta brothers team up to help sister battling rare genetic disease

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US-Canada bridge reopens after police clear protesters

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Ottawa mayor made a ‘backchannel’ deal to remove convoy from ‘residential’ areas

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Health strike continues for 8th day despite interim order

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Houston area couple celebrates 20th wedding anniversary, 2nd anniversary of kidney transplant

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Saskatchewan dropping proof of vaccination requirment

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More than 20,000 boosters given yesterday; 981 community cases; 39 in hospital

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Emergency Preparedness Minister Bill Blair says protesters are harming our country

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Mickey Guyton gives powerful rendition of national anthem at Super Bowl 2022

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Police investigate swastika vandalism in Wilmington

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George Floyd wrongful death lawsuit filed against Minneapolis, MPD officers

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Body camera footage of George Floyd arrest could show more of story

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Philadelphia protesters sue city over tear gas, use of force during protests, unrest

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First George Floyd-inspired police reform bills become law in Pennsylvania

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Eminem and Kid Cudi weigh in on George Floyd's murder and Covid-19 on Adventures of Moon Man & Slim Shady: stream now

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George Floyd death: Officers charged make pre-trial appearance, judge warns of gag order over publicity

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Kenney waives all code violation notices issued during Philadelphia protests

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Attorney for former Minneapolis police officer charged in George Floyd's death files motion to dismiss charges

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