United Way denounces violence at the U.S. Capitol
Two disparate images were on display at the seat of our country’s democracy
yesterday. One was of chaos and terror; the other was of democracy prevailing as Congress resumed its duties to certify the Electoral College votes for President-Elect Joe Biden and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.
As we watched the attack unfold at the U.S. Capitol yesterday, we could only imagine the terror felt by our elected officials and their staffs. We applaud them, including our New Jersey delegation, for their bravery in returning yesterday evening to uphold the basic tenets of our democracy.
We believe that standing up for the peaceful transition of power is nonpartisan. It is our duty as Americans to condemn yesterday’s violence and pledge to protect our democracy.
It is that image of democracy at work, and the pursuit of the common good, that fuels our United Way as we affirm our dedication to racial and economic equity for ALICE and every person in this country.
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