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On the Tragic Orlando Pulse Nightclub Shooting

Floor Speech

By: Al Green
By: Al Green
Date: June 14, 2016
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity

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Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I would like to express my deepest sympathies to the victims, as well as their families and friends, all of whom have been devastated by the senseless carnage at the Orlando, Florida Pulse Nightclub, which took place on Sunday, June 12, 2016.

As of June 14, 2016, 49 innocent people have lost their lives and many more were wounded in the brutal slaughter, as they sought to enjoy their weekend. We must not allow the hatred of LGBTQ Equality by a dastard to define their lives. We must remember and respect each of the victims for their individuality and the joy they brought to the lives of others.

Mr. Speaker, especially since this month is LGBTQ Pride Month, we should mourn their passing with deep sorrow and celebrate their lives with an abundance of love.

Mr. Speaker, we must also do more than speak heartfelt words of love and condolences. We must speak through legislation that may not save all lives but can save some lives.

We cannot allow history to record that when all was said and done, more was said than done.

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