John Katko actually said...

It is devastating to recall the evening of June 17, 2015, when a mass shooter took the lives of 9 African-American congregants.

This type of conduct, it is just sickening in today's day.

I am grateful to have you here today to discuss how this horrific day shaped the church's external engagement to enhance security.

Threats against African Americans are an ugly part of American history and an issue our country clearly still struggles with.