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Schakowsky Statement on White Supremacist Violence in Charlottesville

August 12, 2017

"The hatred, bigotry, and violence displayed by white supremacists in Charlottesville today is shocking and unacceptable.

"In difficult times, our country needs a leader who brings us together. Passing blame and failing to denounce white supremacy outright is abhorrent -- especially coming from a President who uses social media to criticize, badmouth, and insult anything that doesn't please him.

"As we wait for more details to come regarding the peaceful protesters attacked by a vehicle, my thoughts are with the victims and their loved ones. I am praying for peace."