Politics & Government

Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons Issues Statement On Violence In Haiti

"We support the ongoing efforts in Haiti to restore human rights, peace, stability, and democracy," Mayor Caroline Simmons said.

Mayor Caroline Simmons issued a statement last week.
Mayor Caroline Simmons issued a statement last week. (Richard Kaufman/Patch)

Information via City of Stamford

STAMFORD, CT — Stamford Mayor Caroline Simmons late last week issued a statement on the ongoing gang violence in Haiti.

"During this difficult time of violence and uncertainty, my thoughts and prayers are with the Haitian people and Stamford’s Haitian American community. We support the ongoing efforts in Haiti to restore human rights, peace, stability, and democracy. Our city is home to a vibrant and large Haitian-American community and we stand with them and are ready to provide support to Stamford’s Haitian community during this challenging time."

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