Black Lives Matter. It's a big fucking deal, and it's the responsibility of everyone to work toward a more just world. Pretty simple. Don't have much more to add that hasn't already been written already. Here's a good list of what you can do if you're white - many of them require nothing more than an open mind and setting aside some time for self-reflection.
If you are able to set aside the time and/or money, please back up your convictions with tangible action.
Crossword-wise, really haven't been up for crosswording the past couple of weeks :/ - I do like this puz though :)
Your cluing for 8D appears to be both dictionary-inaccurate and Constitutionally inaccurate. I'd encourage you to make sure your cluing is accurate even when your goal seems to shift from entertaining to inflaming.
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the crime of betraying one's country, especially by attempting to kill the sovereign or overthrow the government
"the crime of betraying one's country"
I stand by the clue.
An alternative clue could be [Encouraging and aiding Russia in hacking political opponents, e.g.], which I believe would meet the constitutional definition as well.
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