Statement From Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza Regarding Outbreak Of Violence During Protests

Press release from the City of Providence:

June 2, 2020

Mayor Jorge O. Elorza’s statement regarding outbreak of violence during George Floyd protests:

Last night’s incidents were devastating for our community who has already experienced so much unrest and pain. Violence is never the answer and we need collective action— one that is productive, not destruction of our small businesses, who have been impacted so much already and by putting others safety at risk.

Now is the time to focus on finding safe ways to be allies with our Black neighbors and to come together to support our business community as they rebuild and we all recover.

This press release was produced by the City of Providence. The views expressed here are the author’s own.