Montgomery County Council Vice President Andrew Friedson has officially released a statement in response to Islamophobic hate speech used by counter demonstrators in Rockville on Sunday, November 5th. Councilmember Friedson, previously responded to the incident via social media. His full statement can be seen below:
“I have seen images of deeply disturbing language used by demonstrators and counter-demonstrators locally and on college campuses in Maryland.
I have referred the video of the abhorrent Islamophobic hate speech from a counter demonstrator in Rockville on Sunday November 5″ to Montgomery County’s Committee Against Hate Violence and to the Anti-Hate Task Force. City of Rockville Police have also been notified.
We must be abundantly clear: hate speech of any kind is unacceptable and harmful. I don’t condone referring to people as animals, promoting terror, or suggesting violence. That is never in bounds at any peaceful protest.
We must be able to stand up for our cause without causing unnecessary harm to others. Our words matter. It’s not just what we say, but how we say it, especially now when emotions are so raw and tensions are so high.
Let’s try to value, rather than vilify one another. Let’s hold each other accountable to speak our truth without robbing others of their truth.”
I've referred the video of the abhorrent Islamophobic hate speech from a counter demonstrator in Rockville on Sunday, November 5th to Montgomery County’s Committee Against Hate Violence and to the Anti-Hate Task Force. Rockville Police have also been notified.
My full statement: pic.twitter.com/cVrSXWliDO— Councilmember Andrew Friedson (@Andrew_Friedson) November 13, 2023
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Free Community Father-Daughter Dance
Fathers and father figures, create unforgettable memories with your daughter at our free community father-daughter dance on June 1st, from 6-8 pm. Hosted outdoors at Olney Baptist Church. This event offers a delightful outdoor experience complete with a DJ spinning tunes, interactive games, a charming photo booth, delicious treats, and exciting raffle prizes. Fathers/father figures and daughters of all ages are warmly welcomed to share in this special evening together. Join us for an evening of joy, laughter, and cherished moments!
In the spirit of giving back to our community, we are partnering with Quest to Feed Montgomery to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those in need. We kindly ask each attendee to bring along a non-perishable food item to donate during the event. Every contribution, no matter how small, will go a long way in supporting families facing food insecurity in our area.
