"Tybee Island Implements Measures to Control Annual Orange Crush Gathering"

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Tybee Island, Georgia, is implementing a police crackdown and road closures to curb the annual Orange Crush beach party, which draws thousands of Black college students and has caused public safety concerns in the past. While officials claim the measures are for public safety, critics argue that the response appears to unfairly target Black visitors and may be racially motivated. The event has sparked controversy and raised questions about racial discrimination and over-policing, with some residents and officials expressing concerns about the impact on local businesses and the community.
Topics:nation#black-college-students#orange-crush#police-crackdown#racial-discrimination#social-issues#tybee-island
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