Governor Kate Brown Orders Flags Lowered to Half-Staff to Honor the Victims of the Tragedy in Highland Park, Illinois
Statement
Issues: Guns
Governor Kate Brown today ordered all flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff until sunset, July 9, in honor and remembrance of the victims of the July 4 shooting in Highland Park, Illinois. The Governor issued the following statement:
"The senseless act of gun violence that took place yesterday during a holiday celebration is horrific, and yet another sobering reminder that we must work together to bring an end to these senseless acts," said Governor Brown. "Dan and I send our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the six individuals who were killed, those who were injured, and the entire Highland Park community."
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