(WWLP- Nicole Buddie) On Sunday, just one night after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump in Pennsylvania 22News spoke to local leaders about the ramifications of Saturday’s rally.
Leaders on both sides of the political divide are calling on Americans to come together and accept their differences.
“I don’t care if you’re a Republican, a Democrat and independent, or any other political party,” expressed Massachusetts State Senator, John Velis(D), of Westfield, “First and foremost; you are American.”
Both sides of the aisle are urging the country to come together just one day after the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. Massachusetts State Representative Kelly Pease(R) of Westfield, echoing those sentiments, “We need to get along as neighbors and respect each other’s opinions.”
The shooting, injuring the former president and claiming the life of one person, now having Americans across the country question how to move forward as the campaign trail continues. The question is how can we make people feel safe about going to political events?
“Treat people with respect and dignity, no matter what side of the aisle, or their beliefs,” expressed Rep. Kelly.
A wake up call for all Americans, in a country now more divided than ever as the days count down to the 2024 presidential election.
Sen. Velis added, “I think we take it for granted often so many of the liberties we have the most fundamental being of course the right to vote and the ability to chose who represents us. And a hope that this tragedy does not define us as a people and that we will continue forward with a respectful political season.”
Both state leaders added that the country settling it’s differences has been long overdue.