I hope Biden gives this man the recognition he rightly deserves as soon as he takes office,” wrote Facebook user Ben Platt. The officer who may have saved the life of Vice President Mike Pence could now be … Some have said it should be an immediate action by President-elect Joe Biden once he is sworn in. Log in. We ask President Joe Biden to restore the dignity of the Medal of Freedom to … Januar vermutlich Leben. “Eugene Goodman deserves the Medal of Valor! A petition to award U.S. Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman the Medal of Honor is quickly gaining traction, following the posting of a video of him single-handedly guiding part of the mob away from the Senate chamber Wednesday.. Sign up to receive The Atlanta Black Star Newsletter in your inbox. They had not been secured yet. A petition to award U.S. Capitol Police officer Eugene Goodman the Medal of Honor is quickly gaining traction, following the posting for a video of him single-handedly guiding part of the mob away from the Senate chamber Wednesday. Once he realizes he can’t prevent the mob from entering, Goodman calls for backup and continues running up several flights of stairs. A petition has reached nearly 11,000 signatures to grant USPC Officer Eugene Goodman a Medal of Honor for distracting Trump rioters while they attacked the U.S. Capitol. We publish narratives intentionally and specifically to enlighten and transform the world. A petition Honor USCP Officer Eugene Goodman with the Medal of Freedom. The United States Capitol was under attack by armed, violent extremists, and Officer Eugene Goodman was the only thing standing between the mob and the United States Senate. Contribute to Atlanta Black Star today and help us share our narratives. Every time I watch the video I’m amazed at this man’s ability to process the threat to UNITED STATES SENATORS and figure out a way to protect them WITHOUT FIRING A SINGLE SHOT,” user @kenolin1 wrote. … )Officer Eugene Goodman is a HERO! Vice President Mike Pence has reportedly reached out to thank Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman for his heroism on Jan. 6, but they have yet to connect. At one point, one of the rioters can be heard yelling, “We’re standing here for everyone who’s white! Instead, this heroic officer got them to follow him the other direction, giving lawmakers time to escape!” tweeted famed civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump. The officers are still outnumbered, but continue to try to stop the mob. Eugene Goodman, a Black Capitol Police officer acting deputy Senate sergeant-at-arms will escort Harris to the platform outside the Capitol where she will be sworn in. He was smart and tactical. … This is our America!”. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman single-handedly steered rioters away from where lawmakers were being hidden and averted what could have been an ugly turning point in our nations history. Listen to him radio backup and inform them where he was leading the terrorists. Copy {copyShortcut} to copy Link copied! Browse. . He has not commented publicly on the incident, and there are concerns his life is still under threat for his actions. His quick thinking stopped a mob rioters from entering the chambers of the United States SenateEugene is a HEROI drew this after seeing the amazing NY Times photo by Ashley Gilbertson#EugeneGoodman pic.twitter.com/o5WoIUv9uz. He courageously … Share Shares Copy Link. Eugene Goodman is a hero. “Eugene Goodman is a hero. As the mob began to follow Officer Eugene Goodman up a flight of stairs, he noticed that the hallway to the senate chamber was unguarded. He could have stepped aside and let Trump insurgents get to the Senate chamber while Senators were still there. His stopping was to make sure the group stayed together and followed him. This brave Black man works for the Capitol Police and we now know his full story. Many have criticized some of Goodman’s peers for handling the other protesters with kid gloves, including the sister of a Black mentally unstable woman who was shot to death by Capitol police seven years ago. At that moment, the senators and vice president had not yet evacuated the chamber. As more video footage surfaces from the violent insurrection on Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol, one Black officer is being hailed as a hero for risking … View on … A petition is … 0 have signed. According to BET, Officer Eugene Goodman (pictured) of the U.S. Capitol Police went viral after a video surfaced of the Army veteran redirecting a violent mob away from the Senate chamber.. A petition is now calling for the heroic federal officer to receive the Medal of Honor for his brave efforts during the Capitol attack by domestic terrorists. Taken by Huffington Post’s political reporter Igor Bobic, the video shows Goodman repeatedly telling the rioters to “Back up” and trying to keep them at bay before they enter the building. Pence tried to contact Capitol officer Eugene Goodman to thank him. His stopping was to make sure the group stayed together and followed him,” tweeted @mj_yourrealtor. The clip shows Goodman, by himself, encountering the Capitol breachers as he radios colleagues to call for backup. “He didn’t just get back up. The clip shows Goodman, … My petitions. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, who gained recognition for luring a pro-Trump mob away from lawmakers at the deadly Jan. 6 riot, escorted … One Twitter user pointed out how tactical Goodman was. A mob stormed the US capital on January 6, 2021 and began marching towards the senate chamber. Start a petition. Updates. Comments. As he stared down this mob, they were only about a hundred feet away from reaching congresspeople. Capitol Hill Officer Eugene Goodman went viral after a video surfaced of the Army veteran redirecting a violent mob away from the Senate chamber. As the mob began to follow Officer Eugene Goodman up a flight of stairs, he noticed that the hallway to the senate chamber was unguarded. Hero Capitol Officer Eugene Goodman escorts Kamala Harris at inauguration. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman, who two weeks ago was credited with potentially saving lives when he diverted members of the mob who … While some will remember last Wednesday for the very worst in our … That needs to be a household name. Listen to him radio backup and inform them where he was leading the terrorists. Officer Eugene Goodman stopped a mob of white rioters from entering the chambers of the United States Senate. Eugene Goodman, a Capitol Police officer who was captured on video facing down members of the mob that breached the Capitol on Jan. 6 and … We are Blue Revolution, a private group of 94,000 progressives. Capitol Hill Officer Eugene Goodman went viral after a video surfaced of the Army veteran redirecting a violent mob away from the Senate chamber. When the mob is at the door that led to the Senate chamber and Goodman assesses the impending threat, he pushes the leader of the mob to provoke him and the others to follow him, then leads them away from lawmakers to an area where there are more officers. According to CBS affiliate WUSA9, Goodman is an Army vet who spent time in Iraq. Another celebrated Goodman’s ability to do his job without shooting a single rioter. Will you do the same? As more video footage surfaces from the violent insurrection on Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol, one Black officer is Join us here: facebook.com/groups/bluerev. But he wasn't the only 'hero.' President Biden should award Officer Goodman the Medal of Freedom for his heroic actions. The petition, which has thus far racked up more than 10,000 signatures, is addressed to Senate and House leadership to recognize Goodman's bravery and fast action. He was smart and tactical. Membership. In this image made from video and provided by HuffPost, Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman calls for backup as an angry mob gives chase inside the U.S. Capitol in … Eugene Goodman is a United States Capitol Police officer who is being hailed as a hero for luring a mob of protesters away from the Senate floor as they breached the U.S. Capitol … Joe Biden ehrt den Polizisten mit einer Einladung zu seiner Inauguration. Every time I watch the video I’m amazed at this man’s ability to process the threat to UNITED STATES SENATORS and figure out a way to protect them WITHOUT FIRING A SINGLE SHOT. As more video footage surfaces from the violent insurrection on Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol, one Black officer is being hailed as a hero for risking his life to keep lawmakers in the Senate chamber safe. We ask President Joe Biden to restore the dignity of the Medal of Freedom to be bestowed on this unselfish act of honor. sister of a Black mentally unstable woman, Richmond Police Seize Guns from Group of Black Men at Gun Rights Rally While White ‘Boogaloo Boys’ Admit They Faced No Issues, ‘Sickening Timing’: Trump Administration Releases ‘1776 Report’ on MLK Day, Compares Civil Rights Activists to Slavery Apologists, Twelve National Guardsmen Pulled from Inauguration Security Due to Extremist Posts and Ties to Right-Wing Militias: ‘We Automatically Pull Those’. In a now viral video, Officer Eugene Goodman is seen leading an angry mob away from the doors of the chamber when he realizes they are unguarded and lawmakers are still inside, debating the electoral college votes. Petition to Award Black Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman a Medal for His Bravery After Risking His Life to Lead Rioters Away from Lawmakers Picks Up Steam By Isheka N. Harrison | … As more video footage surfaces from the violent insurrection on Jan. 6 at the U.S. Capitol, one Black officer is being hailed as a hero for risking his life to keep lawmakers in the Senate chamber safe. Petition details. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google. So this man TOOK ON THE WHOLE MOB of Trump supporters and led them on a wild chase away from the congresspeople,” activist Shaun King wrote on Facebook. VERY IMPORTANT PEOPLE….” added user @Veronic84157392. Ohne Rücksicht auf seine eigene Sicherheit lockte er einen marodierenden Mob weg vom Sitzungssaal des Senats – … Eugene Goodman verhinderte beim Sturm aufs Kapitol am 6. He periodically stops to try to beat them back. Let’s get to 75,000! New charcoal drawing! A petition to award Goodman the Medal of Honor had nearly 11,000 signatures at the time of publication. Capitol police officer Eugene Goodman keeps … Eugene Goodman; Petition to Award Black Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman a Medal for His Bravery After Risking His Life to Lead Rioters Away from Lawmakers Picks Up Steam atlantablackstar.com - Isheka N. Harrison. Eugene Goodman, who bravely led a mob of rioters away from the Senate Chamber during the breach at the U.S. Capitol, was promoted to acting deputy sergeant at … So he led the mob in the opposite direction, letting them chase him. I shudder to think what might have happened had it not been for Officer Goodman’s fast thinking and commitment to his duty and his country. January 15, 2021 A bipartisan group of three … US Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman has been hailed as a hero ever since he lured rioters away from the Senate chambers during the January 6 insurrection on Capitol Hill. “Eugene Goodman. A petition is now calling for the heroic officer to receive the Medal of Honor for his brave efforts during the Capitol attack by "Officer Eugene Goodman recognized a critical moment where the lives of others were at stake," the petition continues. Petition unterzeichnen. Blue Revolution started this petition to President Elect Joe Biden A mob stormed the US capital on January 6, 2021 and began marching towards the senate chamber. https://t.co/KMsAVRZe7D. Atlanta Black Star is a narrative company. Vice President Mike Pence (left), pictured addressing the House Chamber in the minutes after Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman (right) saves him fron a riotous pro-Trump mob, has reportedly been trying to reach him. This petition starter stood up and took action. “Hero doesn’t even come close to describing what this brave man did in the face of tyranny and bigotry. U.S. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman attends a dress rehearsal for the 59th inaugural ceremony for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris at … “He deserves a medal of honor … He saved all those people….. Januar Schlimmeres. A petition to grant USPC Officer Eugene Goodman the Medal of Honor is fast gaining traction after footage emerged of him single-handedly holding off … Petition To Award Black Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman A Medal For Bravery Picking Up Steam . He didn’t just get back up. Congress may award its highest honor to Capitol cop Eugene Goodman. Eugene Goodman rettete am 6. Capitol Police Officer Eugene Goodman single-handedly steered rioters away from where lawmakers were being hidden and averted what could have been an ugly turning point in our nations history. To date, the video has received over 10 million views with lawmakers and citizens from various backgrounds saying Goodman should be awarded the Public Safety Medal of Valor and the Medal of Honor for his bravery. (Busy day today! They very well could have been injured or killed by mob violence had Officer Goodman not led the mob in the opposite direction, letting them chase him. The Change.org petition reads, ‘Officer Eugene Goodman recognised a critical moment where the lives of others were at stake. Capitol Hill Officer Eugene Goodman went viral after a video surfaced of the Army veteran redirecting a violent mob away from the Senate chamber. Eugene Goodman, the U.S. Capitol police officer who lead a mob away from an open door to the Senate chamber on Jan. 6, is seen escorting Kamala Harris along with second gentleman Doug Emhoff.