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Rep. Statement on Violence in Charlottesville Following White Supremacist Protests

Statement

Date: Aug. 13, 2017
Location: Washington, DC
Issues: Civil Liberties and Civil Rights Criminal Justice

Congresswoman Terri A. Sewell (D-AL) issues the following statement condemning the violence which occurred Saturday in Charlottesville, Virginia, following protests by white supremacists:

"I am deeply disturbed by the act of terror which was committed Saturday in Charlottesville," said Congresswoman Terri Sewell (D-AL). "As a nation, our message must be clear: racism, white supremacy, and violence will not be tolerated. I send my prayers to the victims in Charlottesville, their families, and the first responders who are working to keep their community safe. This tragic violence is a reminder that we must recommit ourselves to ending racism and bigotry wherever they exist."


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