Nevada, Las Vegas officials respond to Orlando shootingKTNV
Washington, DC,
June 12, 2016
Las Vegas City Hall will be dark Sunday night in remembrance of the Orlando shooting victims.
Flags are also flying half-staff throughout the state after the shooting, following President Obama's proclamation. They will remain at half-staff through Friday. LVMPD Sheriff Joe Lombardo released a statement as did the Nevada Highway Patrol Southern Command, both on Twitter. "On behalf of LVMPD our thoughts and prayers go out to the victims and families of the senseless and tragic shooting in Orlando," Lombardo wrote. NHP noted "now more than ever," that if people see something, they should say something. "Thoughts and prayers to the victims and the entire Orlando community. Senseless, cowardly act," NHP posted on Twitter. She later released a longer statement, reflecting on the fact the shooting happened during Pride Month. "The nation is devastated by this horrific act of terror and hate at a nightclub that symbolizes the empowerment of the LGBT community. Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their loved ones, but they are not enough. This senseless loss of life from gun violence must stop. As we mourn, we must continue to reflect upon and fight for civil rights during LGBT Pride Month. Terror must not silence our collective voice.” Congressman Cresent Hardy released a statement, condemning what he called the "worst terrorist attack since 9/11." In a statement, Nevada state Sen. Pat Spearman said the shootings were conducted by "a coward" in an act of terrorism. “We stand against hatred, bigotry, and all forms of violence. We can honor the innocent victims of these hate crimes by committing our lives to continued activity to enact common sense gun safety legislation, resist the temptation to promote hate speech, and recognize we are ALL God's children. Our lives must reflect the values of love, inclusiveness, and appreciation for our diverse heritage.” |