Thousands gathered in downtown Dallas Saturday for a large, peaceful protest estimated to include 3,000 people. Organizers called for a diverse crowd to unite and addressed the city government, demanding significant changes to policing. Key demands included defunding the Dallas Police Department and reallocating funds to community investment, immediate release of individuals jailed for minor offenses, and an end to what demonstrators termed "the war on black bodies," emphasizing accountability for police actions. The rally began at Belo Garden and was described by police as a demonstration focused on systemic change.

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