Two Women Who Met As Ferguson Protesters Get Married
Alexis Templeton and Brittany Ferrell first met while demonstrating in Ferguson, Missouri, following the death of unarmed Michael Brown and a grand jury's subsequent decision to not indict the police officer who shot him.
The two activists were married Tuesday at St. Louis City Hall — months after meeting while demonstrating in Ferguson.
They just said YES. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. Love and protest. #Ferguson
deray mckesson@derayFollow
They just said YES. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. Love and protest. #Ferguson
3:50 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Both Templeton and Ferrell are prominently involved in Millenial Activists United, a youth-led organization that focuses on "educating and empowering" communities.
They were also both active in the months of protesting following the death of Michael Brown in August.
Alexis was born and raised in Ferguson, while Brittany grew up in St. Louis. Both attended high school in Ferguson.
SO much work to be done here. Proud that #Ferguson ignited a nation, however, the work HERE is not done. So I will be HERE.
brittany.@bdoulaoblongataFollow
SO much work to be done here. Proud that #Ferguson ignited a nation, however, the work HERE is not done. So I will be HERE.
11:52 AM - 13 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
freedom to LOVE. freedom to LIVE. #ALLBlackLivesMatter
freedom to LOVE. freedom to LIVE. #ALLBlackLivesMatter
1:26 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Tomorrow morning I am testifying in federal court against the STL police departments.
Alexis@MusicOverPeopleFollow
Tomorrow morning I am testifying in federal court against the STL police departments.
9:07 PM - 10 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
The couple shared their wedding news via their Twitter accounts:
Today, in the middle of the revolution, the most amazing woman I have ever met is going to marry me.
Today, in the middle of the revolution, the most amazing woman I have ever met is going to marry me.
10:44 AM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
2pm St. Louis City Hall
2pm St. Louis City Hall
1:56 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
I cordially invite you all to be there at 2 pm to say fuck the system with me. As I vow to commit the rest of my life to the woman I love.
I cordially invite you all to be there at 2 pm to say fuck the system with me. As I vow to commit the rest of my life to the woman I love.
10:49 AM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
A few close friends were in attendance, as well as St. Louis City Counselor Winston Calvert.
Alexis (@MusicOverPeople) and the STL City Attorney Winson (@wcalvert) meet. Revolutionary love. #Ferguson
Alexis (@MusicOverPeople) and the STL City Attorney Winson (@wcalvert) meet. Revolutionary love. #Ferguson
4:28 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
And @wcalvert, the STL City Attorney, is here supporting the marriage. Love wins. #Ferguson
And @wcalvert, the STL City Attorney, is here supporting the marriage. Love wins. #Ferguson
4:06 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
The staff at the marriage license office are absolutely amazing. STL City Hall. #Ferguson
The staff at the marriage license office are absolutely amazing. STL City Hall. #Ferguson
3:53 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Images of the ring, ceremony, and celebration were also shared over Twitter.
(A little late) She said yes 😍😍
(A little late) She said yes
10:00 AM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Waiting for the ladies at City Hall. Put a ring on it! @MusicOverPeople @refinedSMARTS @bdoulaoblongata
Rebecca Rivas@RebeccarivasFollow
Waiting for the ladies at City Hall. Put a ring on it! @MusicOverPeople @refinedSMARTS @bdoulaoblongata
3:14 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Y'all, this is revolutionary love. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. #Ferguson
Y'all, this is revolutionary love. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. #Ferguson
3:35 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Rings. Wedding. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. Revolutionary love. #Ferguson
Rings. Wedding. @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata. Revolutionary love. #Ferguson
4:25 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
Marriage equality celebration in City Hall today as @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata get licenses.
Winston Calvert@wcalvertFollow
Marriage equality celebration in City Hall today as @MusicOverPeople and @bdoulaoblongata get licenses.
3:50 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
I'm so happy. This is amazing.
Hannibal@DreadHamptonFollow
I'm so happy. This is amazing.
4:29 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
130 days ago. The proposal. Alexis. Brittany. #ferguson
130 days ago. The proposal. Alexis. Brittany. #ferguson
4:10 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
They just said "YES!" Revolutionary love. #ferguson
They just said "YES!" Revolutionary love. #ferguson
3:49 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
aye, @MusicOverPeople said yes. I'm so happy ^_^
aye, @MusicOverPeople said yes. I'm so happy ^_^
5:10 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
I am over here looking in my mentions about to be in tears. You all are SO amazing. Thank you for the love & support. It means the world.
I am over here looking in my mentions about to be in tears. You all are SO amazing. Thank you for the love & support. It means the world.
5:09 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
My mentions are beautiful. Thank you for y'all's love and support. I'm so happy.
My mentions are beautiful. Thank you for y'all's love and support. I'm so happy.
6:34 PM - 16 Dec 14ReplyRetweetFavorite
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