Utah Senate Minority Leader, Senator Luz Escamilla, and Utah House of Representatives Minority Leader, Representative Angela Romero, release the following statement:
“We stand with all individuals exercising their fundamental right to engage in peaceful protests on university campuses. Peaceful protest is a longstanding and powerful form of expression in our nation’s history, and has continuously engaged communities and spurred meaningful change.
This democratic cornerstone amplifies diverse voices and provides opportunities for ideas to be added to the conversation. We recognize the importance of respecting different perspectives and engaging in dialogue to address change. Protesting is an opportunity to listen, learn, engage, and unite. We don’t condone violence or violation of state laws. We encourage respect for the rights and safety of all participants and the broader community.”
