Thousands join Philadelphia shooting protest

National outrage grows over shooting of unarmed black teenager in Florida. Thousands of people marched late on Friday in Philadelphia to protest the shooting in Florida of an unarmed black teenager, joining a growing national storm over racism. The unusually large demonstration for Philadelphia, which was comprised mostly of African Americans, followed protests in Florida and New York. The protests are dubbed "Million Hoodie Marches" in memory of the victim, 17-year-old Trayvon Martin, who was reportedly wearing a hoodie sweatshirt when he was shot last month in a gated community by a white volunteer security guard. Fritz Andre, 24, a data analyst, said he joined the rally because "it's one of those one in a lifetime, generational moments. Our forefathers had it, and you dont want those to pass." From: Gulfnews