GOP Guv Candidate Darren Bailey Says ‘Let’s Move On’ After Parade Shooting
He apologized after getting roasted on social media.
Chicago Tribune
Following the mass shooting at a July 4 parade in Highland Park, Illinois, a Trump-backed gubernatorial candidate bluntly urged the community to “move on.” Standing next to supporters at a different parade, after taking a moment in prayer, state Sen. Darren Bailey, said: “Let’s move on and celebrate the independence of this nation.” He added, “We have got to get corruption and evil out of our government.” After being roasted on social media, Bailey told The Daily Beast through a spokesperson: “I apologize if in any way we diminished the pain being felt across our state today. I hope we can all come together in prayer and action to address rampant crime and mental heath issues to make sure these horrific tragedies don’t happen again.”
Please pray for the families affected by the shooting in Highland Park! Skokie Parade has been canceled. Demand law and order! Invest in mental health!! Pray for Law Enforcement!!! Let Freedom Ring!!!
Posted by Darren Bailey for Governor on Monday, July 4, 2022
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