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Several commenters called out law enforcement for their mistreatment toward the Black runners at the event.

“This is so upsetting. I can’t even imagine. I’m so sorry.”

“Disappointing. Triggering. Not okay. This moment wrecked the vibe of something truly celebratory and beautiful. @bostonmarathon @teambaa, you need to do better if you truly want to back up your words when you say you want to move towards equity and inclusion for your historically exclusive and racist event.”

“Can we do anything???? Not even breathe or take up any space. It’s like they want us to evaporate and never have been.”

“In all the years I’ve been at cheer stations, this has NEVER happened! I’m triggered and disgusted!”

As a seasoned marathoner and triathlete, Remy said the racism at this year’s marathon is something he’s always felt at past events.

“You always kind of feel it, showing up to the races, the events,” he said.

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