Wirch Calls for Peaceful Protest, Reform Ahead of DA’s Decision in Jacob Blake Shooting

Kenosha – Sen. Bob Wirch (D-Somers) issued the following statement on the upcoming announcement in the Jacob Blake shooting:

“Emotions are understandably running high as our community awaits the release of DA Gravely’s announcement.  Whatever your view of the decision, I hope and pray that everyone will exercise their first amendment right to protest in a peaceful manner.  Share your thoughts and make your voices heard peacefully, and then work to enact much needed and overdue reforms. That is how change is made.  Finally, I want to thank members of the National Guard. They have been put to work in unprecedented ways over the past year, including playing a crucial role in Covid 19 testing and election assistance.  As a former member of the Army Reserve, I know the great sacrifice that Guard members and their families make for the safety and well-being of all of us.”