Chinese American protesters and concerned citizens standing at a rally for Long Guang Huang in City Hall Plaza in Boston.

In 1985, the Chinese Progressive Association successfully launched a campaign for justice for Long Guang Huang, a victim of police brutality in Chinatown; Huang was awarded a settlement of $85,000 by the City of Boston in 1989. Partially visible in the right foreground, there is a protest sign that...

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Summary:In 1985, the Chinese Progressive Association successfully launched a campaign for justice for Long Guang Huang, a victim of police brutality in Chinatown; Huang was awarded a settlement of $85,000 by the City of Boston in 1989. Partially visible in the right foreground, there is a protest sign that reads: "Police Accountability, Community Control." Protesters are holding a banner in the right background that is illegible. There are two policemen observing the rally, seated on motorcycles in the center background of this image.