Jodie Sweetin is speaking out after a video of her being thrown to the ground by LAPD officers Saturday during an abortion rights protest began circulating on social media.In the video, captured by photographer Michael Ade, Ade explained that Sweetin was trying to lead a group of peaceful protestors away from the freeway when she was shoved by police, who were dressed in riot gear.
While she was thrown several feet, the actress managed to stand up just seconds later and continue to protest for a person's right to a safe abortion — something that was made illegal in several states across the nation with the Supreme Court's reversal of Roe V.
Wade.«C/W Police violence. It pained me to see @JodieSweetin thrown to the ground by members of the LAPD as she was trying to lead a group of peaceful protestors away from the freeway…SMH @LAPDHQ what are y’all doing?» Ade wrote before noting that the 40-year-old actress was ok despite the forceful fall.«Jodi is the definition of a real one and fortunately she’s okay!» Ade continued. «But for others who choose to protest today move with caution and keep your head on swivel.
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