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Black Lives balks as N.J. lawmaker wants to legislate 'The Talk'

"Look, I'm just trying to save lives," says Assemblywoman Sheila Oliver, a co-sponsor. Black Lives Matter fears her bill will justify scapegoating of young people in police brutality incidents.

Protesters carry an image of Philando Castile as they march on Sunday, June 18, 2017, in St. Anthony, Minn., after the acquittal of the local police officer who shot Castile during a traffic stop.
Protesters carry an image of Philando Castile as they march on Sunday, June 18, 2017, in St. Anthony, Minn., after the acquittal of the local police officer who shot Castile during a traffic stop.Read moreCourtney Pedroza / Star Tribune via AP