Congresswoman Kendra Horn condemns second bigoted graffiti incident

Congresswoman Kendra Horn (D-OK). Facebook photo.

Washington D.C. – In response to a second bigoted vandalism event in Oklahoma, which was discovered at the Cleveland County Democrats headquarters, an arts center and a local elementary school, Congresswoman Kendra Horn released the following statement:

“I’m heartbroken and troubled to see another display of hate and white supremacy in our state, less than a week after similar vandalism left hateful messages at the Chickasaw Nation and Democratic Party headquarters in Oklahoma City.

“Law enforcement is still investigating, but regardless of intent, subjecting Oklahomans – especially children – to these images is deeply damaging. This behavior empowers those who hold hate-filled beliefs.

“Hate lays the groundwork for violence, and these attacks fan the flame.

“Attempts to break our communities won’t work. We won’t sit by and allow hate to take the driver’s seat. As we always have, Oklahomans will come together to show that love is stronger than hate. We will stand up against demonstrations of division. We will treat the affected with love and empathy. And we will continue to show that embracing our differences makes us stronger as a community, not weaker.”

Further, the Oklahoma Democratic Party released the following statement on this vandalism:

"Bigotry and hate have no place in our communities. The Oklahoma Democratic Party is disgusted by these cowardly attacks of hatred. We must send a message that racism will not be tolerated in our communities and take a stand against those fanning the flames of nationalism and bigotry.

Hatred is not a partisan issue and runs counter to our American values. Our diversity is what makes our country and state strong. Communities and leaders must work together, not lose hope, and speak up for those targeted by hate and bigotry."

The Gayly – April 3, 2019 @ 4:05 p.m. CDT.