TALLAHASSEE (AP) — A small but determined group upset by the acquittal of George Zimmerman in Trayvon Martin’s killing ended a 31-day long protest Thursday at the Florida Capitol. Protesters first arrived in July with a demand that Florida Gov. Rick Scott...
Fla. Protesters Leave Fla. Capitol
By GARY FINEOUT
Associated Pres, Charlotte Sun
Thu, 08/15/2013 - 2:30pm
Sections: u.s.
Topics: Florida Charlotte County Punta Gorda
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