 The killing of George Floyd while in police custody has inspired weeks of protest, debate and long-overdue introspection. It's not just happening in the U.S., either, as other world leaders are facing demands to confront their countries' brutally racist pasts. It may be the ultimate teaching moment: Black Lives Matter has gained unprecedented, and increasing, support around the world, prompting many to educate others — or, finally, themselves — about what has led to this moment. Let's talk. And then, let's act. Black Lives Matter, Wherever They Are — Sisonke Msimang We Can Fight for Racial Justice and Tolerate Dissent — Stephen L. Carter Trump's Trouble Addressing Black Lives Matter — Timothy L. O'Brien What Is Black Lives Matter? The World Rushes to Find Out — Ben Schott Germany Needs an Honest Debate About Racism — Andreas Kluth On Some Streets of Seattle, More Circus Than Siege — Joni Balter Fighting Climate Change Means Fighting Racial Injustice — Liam Denning The Fears of Cops Should Face More Scrutiny — Virginia Postrel Black Lives Matter Is More Popular Than Trump — Francis Wilkinson This is the Theme of the Week edition of Bloomberg Opinion Today, a roundup of our top commentary published every Sunday. | 
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