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Board adopts resolution condemning hate crimes after lengthy public debate
Summary
After extensive public testimony and hours of debate, the Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution condemning hate crimes and violence in the county. The measure passed on a 3–2 split of participating votes (three in favor, two abstentions) after amendments and substitute drafts were proposed.
The Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday adopted a resolution condemning hate crimes and violence in the county after more than two hours of public comment and an extended exchange among supervisors.
Board Chair Ryan Campbell introduced the first draft of the resolution, saying he “wrote the bulk of it” to respond to community concern over a January assault that residents said raised questions about safety for marginalized groups. The item drew sustained public turnout: speakers described fear and urged an official statement from the county. Supporters said the resolution would signal that county leaders will not tolerate violence targeted at people because of race, religion, gender identity or sexual orientation.
The resolution’s passage…
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