...and to respond to this latest case of police brutality in a constructive way. Accountability is the key ingredient for us all to be judged on our actions. We must respect and encourage peaceful protests...
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We know that Kalamazoo and the people of this extraordinary community have a proud, wonderful history of diversity in every respect, which I’ve always viewed as a strength. We should heed the advice of George Floyd’s brother to end the chaos...
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@repjohnlewis said, “I know your pain, your rage, your sense of despair and hopelessness. Justice has, indeed, been denied for far too long. Rioting, looting, and burning is not the way. Organize. Demonstrate. Sit-in. Stand-up. Vote. Be constructive, not destructive...”Show this thread -
Outside agitators are a destructive force for much-needed constructive change. Violence and vandalism set us back, not forward....
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I spoke this morning to a number of community leaders and law enforcement, and we will continue to maintain regular contact as we move forward. All our hearts remain with George Floyd’s family as we continue to grieve.
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So again Fred, what are YOU our duly elected congressperson going to do? You have the ability to listen to protestors and help enact change. But we will just continue to get empty words from you.
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What are you DOING to end police brutality, Congressman Upton? It's happening in Kalamazoo.
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If you're ready to listen how come you stopped hosting in-person events (before COVID)?
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@smash2pieces glad to see Fred is taking the "outside agitators" stance and running with it. Easiest way to wipe your hands of the situation. No way could people from the community actually be pissed off, right?? - End of conversation
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