Statement on the Death of George Floyd

The League of Women Voters of Minnesota stands in solidarity with our fellow Minnesotans who grieve the loss of George Floyd and condemn the horrendous circumstances of his death. We call on our law enforcement officials to provide transparency during this investigation, and to seek justice for him, his family, and his community. And we stand ready to work with our government officials and the community to pass meaningful reforms that will address systemic racism, the heart of these tragic killings that disproportionately target Black people. Elected officials must be responsive to the calls for change that have gone unheard.

Please also read the statement issued by our national organization, the League of Women Voters of the United States.