Washington , DC – (Wednesday, December 5, 2007) – Congresswoman Eddie Bernice Johnson commends today’s unanimous passage of H.Res. 826, a bill that expresses the sense of the House of Representatives that the hanging of nooses is a horrible act when used for the purpose of intimidation. It continues that under certain circumstances the hanging of nooses can be a criminal act that should be thoroughly investigated by Federal law enforcement authorities and that any criminal violations should be vigorously prosecuted.
“It is imperative that we stand up against the hate that has plagued many of our communities,” said Congresswoman Johnson. “The representation of a hanging noose is an undeniable symbol of intolerance and violence, and today’s vote shows that the Members of the House of Representatives acknowledge its harm and condemn its usage.”
“Incited by the events in Jena, Louisiana, Dallas and o...
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