Minnesota Gov. Walz on ‘Targeted Shootings’ of 2 State Lawmakers: We Must All Stand Against All Forms of Political Violence

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Walz: “Peaceful discourse is the foundation of our democracy. We don’t settle our differences with violence or at gunpoint in the state of Minnesota. And as recently as last week, in the most closely divided state legislature in the country, we sat down, we worked things out. We debated, we shook hands and compromised, and we served the state of Minnesota together. We proved that it’s possible, even in these politically charged times, to find compromise and adhere to the principles of democracy and civil discourse. We must all Minnesota and across the country, stand against all forms of political violence. At this precipice moment we’re on. This tragic act here in Minnesota should serve as a reminder to all of us that democracy and the debates in the halls of Congress, in state houses, in school boards, is a way to settle our differences peacefully and move society to a better place. We’re collaborating with all local, state and federal agencies on a full investigation. We’re committed to keeping minnesotans informed as the situation continues. I assure you that those held, those responsible for this will be held accountable, and each and every