Political Quotes

“Monday, President Trump stood in the Rose Garden and called for the use of military force against individuals who have been gathering across the country protesting racism and police brutality against Black Americans. This historic call for empowering the Commander in Chief to militarize law enforcement in our Nation pushes this President's reach for new Executive authority to the most extreme level. This follows the President's tweets since last week, threatening to turn ``vicious dogs''--his words--on protesters outside the White House and quoting the racist phrase from the 1967 Miami police chief, stating: ``When the looting starts, the shooting starts,'' bringing to mind, sadly, for many, shameful moments in our Nation's struggle for civil rights. President Trump said nothing to address the anguish felt by many in this country, particularly people of color, and instead called on Governors to ``dominate the streets,'' as though the Americans, who peacefully exercise their right to protest, are an enemy force. Initially, Defense Secretary Esper went even further when he referred to cities as a ``battlespace.'' I am heartened by the fact that he has made it clear that he does not support the President's suggestion of militarizing the police forces and police across America.…”