Cherry Hill Mayor Speaks Out Against Riots In Nation's Capitol

CHERRY HILL, NJ — Cherry Hill Mayor Susan Shin Angulo spoke out against the violence seen at the nation’s capitol as part of her weekly address to township residents.

“The peaceful transfer of power is a pillar of our democracy,” Angulo said in the message to the community. “The attack on the U.S. Capitol Building, and the people inside, was shameful and shook us to the very core of what unites us as Americans. There is no place for violence in our society. An effective democracy is one where citizens resolve differences in a civil and respectful manner.”

Pro-Trump rioters raided the nation’s capitol in an effort to prevent Congress from certifying the results of the 2020 Presidential Election on Jan. 6. Despite a long delay, the results were ultimately certified.

Four people died in the rioting, including a Capitol Hill Police Officer from New Jersey. READ MORE: Cop Who Died After Capitol Hill Riots Was From NJ: Gov. Murphy

The mayor referred to protests seen in Cherry Hill last summer as an example of a peaceful way for residents to voice their opinions. Read more here: Juneteenth March/Protest Focuses On Education In Cherry Hill

“Over the past year in Cherry Hill, we walked side by side in solidarity with residents in peaceful protest,” Angulo said. “Our goals have always been and must remain to build a better world—not tear it down. As your mayor, I took an oath to uphold the values we share as Americans, and work each and every day toward an even more inclusive, equitable, and prosperous Cherry Hill for all members of our community. Today I pledge to continue to work and do my part to uphold the principles of our great nation. I wish you all health and peace this year.”