Sweeney Statement on the Death of George Floyd

Trenton – Senate President Steve Sweeney issued the following statement on the killing of George Floyd and the ensuing civil unrest in Minneapolis:

“In joining with others in mourning the death of George Floyd, sympathizing with the suffering of his family and condemning the actions that led to the death of Mr. Floyd, we must recognize that this tragedy calls on us to do more.

“As a country with equal rights, we must be clear that the mistreatment of anyone based on race is an assault on the values of American society. Though the majority of our law enforcement officers do their jobs honorably, we must ensure no one lives in fear for their own safety or the safety of a loved one because of the color of their skin.

“As Americans, we can do better. We are capable of bringing greater justice to the way we live and in making progress without any more violence or loss of life. Let’s honor the tragic death of Mr. Floyd and respect the terrible loss of his family by working together peacefully for the equal justice everyone deserves.”