America appeared to pause on Friday as citizens awaited the sentencing of Derek Chauvin. Since the murder of George Floyd, many have called for justice and as the judge handed down a 22 ½ year sentence – the family of Floyd seemed to get just that. And while Black Lives Matter is demanding more than just justice, the brother of Floyd not only had a completely different take on the movement but uttered a series of words that have gotten people de-platformed. 

After the sentencing, Philonase Floyd was speaking to the media about the verdict when he started to list the names of victims other than his brother. Hoping to cause actual change, Floyd said, “I just want to reiterate: not just black lives matter, all lives matter. We need to stand up and fight! Can’t get comfortable, because when you get comfortable, people forget about you!”

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It should be noted that Floyd wasn’t the first to use the “All Lives Matter” statement. In 2019, presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg used the statement and eventually had to apologize. He also vowed to never use the words again. But it was just Buttigieg, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi was also chastised for sharing the same sentiment.

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Still, not afraid of Black Lives Matter or the political repercussions, Floyd went on to say, “Your skin color should not define who you are. It should never be a weapon.” It also isn’t the first time Floyd has said “All Lives Matter”. Back in June, Floyd was speaking about his brother’s death when he said, “Anyone with a heart, they know that that’s wrong. You don’t do that to a human being. You don’t do that to an animal.” He added, “All lives matter.” 

As for Chauvin, his 22 ½ year sentence comes after a jury found him guilty of second-degree manslaughter, third-degree murder, and second-degree murder. Since the video of Floyd’s death was sadly shared online, protesters have used his name to justify riots and looting, but to his own brother – Floyd hopes for justice not just for his brother – but for every victim, no matter the color of their skin.