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Community conversation moves beyond Martin slaying case
Leaders discuss issues affecting society, how to be proactive
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The controversial acquittal of George Zimmerman in the shooting death of Trayvon Martin brought 50-plus people to Antioch Baptist Church on Thursday evening in Gainesville, although little was mentioned about the case. In the wake of widespread outrage and cries for social justice, community leaders have seized on the opportunity to talk about issues affecting the community at large. “We need to discuss where we are, what we can do, and how to move forward — how we can get there,” said Phyllis Brewer, president of the Gainesville-Hall County Chapter of the NAACP, in her opening remarks.