“We thank the court for listening to the voices of the people today.
This case is about the community’s right to express its outrage and pain through nonviolent, robust freedom of speech.
This case is also about the future of St. Louis. We must use this as an opportunity to address the deep racial injustices in our region. If we take a truly collaborative approach to community policing, St. Louis has the chance to lead the nation.
We look forward to seeing the judge’s ruling.”
-- Tony Rothert, Legal Director, ACLU of Missouri