Top Durham officials – responding yesterday to Derek Chauvin murder verdict – said action is needed to address social injustice in the region.
Yesterday the jury reached its verdict in murder trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin: guilty on all counts, in the murder of George Floyd.
“We need to continue to stand together. We need to continue the momentum of this day to keep pushing forward to disrupt anti-Black racism, against social injustice and strive for equity for all; even though this is yet another painful reminder of the bias and racism that still exists in our society, said John Henry, Regional Chair and Chief Executive Officer; and Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer of Durham.
“In Durham Region, Black lives matter. We remain united in solidarity, with our Black community members, to create meaningful change. We need to address social injustice. We need to stand for equality. We need to ensure a better tomorrow for residents who call Durham Region home,” they said in a joint statement.
“This is our collective responsibility. We all must join the conversation if we are to better understand one another. We need to keep moving forward in our fight against anti-Black racism. Acknowledging our mistakes and keep challenging ourselves to do better. We need more than statements or strong words. We need action; an ongoing commitment to standing up for and doing what is right. To have the strength to stand up to change what is wrong. To work with those around us to develop real solutions.”
They pointed out that no form of racism is acceptable. “While these discussions aren’t comfortable, silence is no longer an option.”
I’M SURE WITH THE GUIDANCE AND WILLINGNESS TO PROMOTE A POSITIVE ENVIRONMENT OF CONSULTATION GENERATED BY REGIONAL CHAIRMAN JOHN HENRY TRUE PROGRESS WIIL OCCUR.–MR. GEORGE FLAHERTY
Considering the latest daylight shooting in Ajax. The Black community must take action and start sharing information on the remaining suspects in this case with the DRPS.