Esty Statement on Dallas Shootings

Statement

Congresswoman Elizabeth Esty (CT-5) today released the following statement in response to the lethal, targeted shootings of police officers in Dallas, TX:

"I am heartbroken and outraged over the targeted attack on the Dallas police force yesterday that killed five officers and wounded seven others, and also wounded two civilians. I am praying for the victims' families, and reaching out to the law enforcement communities in central and northwest Connecticut to express my sorrow, gratitude, and support.

"Now more than ever, we need law, order, justice, and peace. These outrageous murders in Dallas only compound the heartache and injustice felt by millions of Americans over the shootings of Alton Sterling and Philando Castile. Black lives matter. We must say so, and we must commit to pursuing justice.

"No one is more committed to the pursuit of justice than our law enforcement community. I'm incredibly proud of our police officers in central and northwest Connecticut -- and their families -- and grateful for their service to ensure peace and security for our communities every day. Our police also feel under siege.

"Injustice, violence, and hate can never remedy injustice. As Dr. King said: "Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that.' Today more than ever we must unite to bring our communities together to ensure respect and safety for everyone."

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