Earthjustice Statement on Violent Storming of U.S. Capitol Building
“Interrupting the peaceful transition of power endangers the very foundation of our democracy and the rule of law that protects every one of us.”
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Earthjustice President Abigail Dillen released the following statement on the storming of the U.S. Capitol Building by violent protesters of President Trump:
“We condemn the egregious, dangerous storming of the U.S. Capitol by supporters of President Trump. Interrupting the peaceful transition of power endangers the very foundation of our democracy and the rule of law that protects every one of us. We call on all leaders to protect our democracy, to condemn the inciting of violence, and to stop the malicious spread of disinformation. It is time for all Americans to come together and respect the will of the voters.”
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