Friday, August 15, 2014

PAX CHRISTI USA OFFICIAL STATEMENT ON THE KILLING 

OF MICHAEL BROWN BY POLICE IN FERGUSON, MO

 

Another victim of violence, another unarmed young Black man executed because of the color of his skin, another family torn apart by grief, another town dealing with fear, rage and chaos...when is enough, enough?

 

The shooting of Michael Brown in Ferguson, MO stands as a stark reminder of the reckless disregard of human rights in our country by profiling groups of its citizens, and the serious lack of interracial justice in the U.S.

 

Pax Christi USA calls for prayers for Michael's family and friends, a non-violent resolution and accountability for the execution of this young man and a reconciliation with justice for the community torn apart by this senseless act...

 

To read the entire statement, click here.

 

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In Christ's peace,

 

Johnny Zokovitch

Director of Communications, Pax Christi USA