It’s important for the people of Fargo to hear what the final candidates have to say about how they’d lead the Fargo Police Department.
While North Dakota Republican leaders have apologized for the discriminatory anti-LGBTQ+ and Two Spirit statements that more than 900 delegates approved as part of the state party’s official policy platform this week, expressing their regret isn’t enough.
If the city of Fargo is serious about racial justice and real police reform, leaders need to commit to ensuring diverse voices are heard,
If Mayor Mahoney is serious about mending years and years of racial injustice, he needs to stop making statements that chill free speech and start showing that he’s not only listening but is also dedicated to taking action.
Former Fargo Police Deputy Chief Todd Osmundson’s conflicting statements need to be addressed immediately and truthfully.
With bills to pay, more and more North Dakotans are headed back to work at companies that should be following North Dakota’s Smart Restart protocols. But it’s easy to understand if workers don’t feel safe on the job because of COVID-19 – especially in high-contact business sectors or if protocol.