Monongalia County Delegates Offer Statement on the Death of George Floyd

We mourn the death of George Floyd. When innocent Black men and women continue to be
killed by police officers, we feel the need to speak out, even if these events are happening in
other states.

We speak out because people of color in our state and across the country continue to be
subject to racism—sometimes overt, sometimes institutional. We find it particularly troubling
when leaders at any level of government condone these actions or encourage them by their
statements or tweets.

Our hearts are full of pain for the Floyd family and everyone who has been subject to racism,
discrimination, and hate. West Virginians are loving and accepting people. We’ll continue to
speak out and advocate for policies that welcome and encourage diversity, fairness, and
inclusion in West Virginia.