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IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Contact: Allen Blakemore

Friday, June 5, 2020 713-526-3399

Patrick: “Racism is not acceptable. God is the answer to healing our nation.”

HOUSTON TX – Lt. Governor Dan Patrick issued the following statement today:

“I have called on the chair of Bexar County and the chair-elect of Harris County to
step down because of their recent outrageous and racist statements on social media.
The Texas Republican Party represents the majority of Texans — conservatives who
are united by principles of freedom, faith and equality for every Texan. There is no
room for racism or hatred, in our party — let alone in a leadership position.

“Going forward, we know that some Democrats and their allies in the media will
continue to throw out charges of “racism” anytime they disagree with us on any
issue. Without taking that bait, we should continue to unequivocally condemn
racism where we see it in our party and in their party.

“As have said before, in times of crisis all Texans come together. During this past
week Texas has seen primarily peaceful protests including a march of over 60,000
people in Houston. During Hurricane Harvey we were one Texas — nobody cared
who was on the roof or who was in the boat. Our state has one of the most diverse
populations in the world. We know there is more work to be done in bringing us all
together and ensuring that every Texan is respected, treated equally and prospers.

“But we cannot do this alone. Scripture commands us to love one another as we love
ourselves. We can’t do that unless we love God and put him first in all that we do. He
is the answer to healing our nation.”

More information about Dan Patrick is available at www.DanPatrick.org.

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