Gov. Polis Statement on Recent Activity Around the Capitol

DENVER- Governor Polis released a statement on recent activity around the state capitol.

“The State and our local government partners have been working around the clock to protect public health and safety during this unprecedented pandemic. I value and respect Mayor Hancock’s actions to protect the wellbeing of Denverites, those experiencing homelessness, and everyone who visits the city.

“The capitol is not only the symbol of our Republic but also where the legislature convenes and a popular site for the exercise of free speech from perspectives as varied as our state is large. When people attend these hallowed grounds they should feel safe. Instead, the area recently became a public health hazard dangerous for both those experiencing homelessness and for visitors, and that is not acceptable especially during a pandemic. 

“Denver has a special place in the heart of all Coloradans as the capital of our state, and ensuring that the area around the capitol is clean and safe is important both symbolically and for our democracy to function. ”

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