Gov. Rick Scott Stands His Ground With Trayvon Martin Protestors On Florida Gun Laws
TALLAHASSEE, Florida -- On Thursday,
Florida Governor Rick Scott met with the leaders of a group of protestors at
the Florida State Capitol who are unhappy about the outcome of the George Zimmerman trial and want to repeal Florida's "Stand Your Ground Law."
“I
asked to meet with the protestors this evening to personally hear their
concerns following the jury’s verdict in the Zimmerman case," Scott said in a release. "I
expressed my own sympathies for the Martin family and all those affected
by Trayvon’s death. Earlier this evening, I also spoke to Sybrina
Fulton, Trayvon’s mother, to again give my condolences on the loss of
her son and let her know that she and her family remain in our thoughts
and prayers."
“Tonight,
the protestors again asked that I call a special session of the
Legislature to repeal Florida’s Stand Your Ground law. I told them that I
agree with the Task Force on Citizen Safety and Protection, which
concurred with the law. I also reminded them of their right to share
their views with their state legislators and let them know their
opinions on the law.
“I also told them that I plan to call for a Statewide Day of Prayer for Unity in Florida this Sunday, July 21st.
We have a great state with wonderful, resilient people that rise to
meet any challenge. While emotions run high during this time of
grieving, it is even more important that we join together to strengthen
and support one another.”
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