Look who just threw his police department under the bus https://t.co/rpeZ5kPgXO
— VM: Epstein didn't kill himself (@votermom) February 2, 2017
After a night of violence in Berkeley, California, Mayor Jesse Arreguin, who initially helped fan the flames by lashing out against “hate speech” last night, later started trying to spin his way out of it. The backpedaling and deflection of responsibility continues this afternoon:
If anyone has information on assaults and crimes from last night, contact BPD at 510-981-5900 or @UCPD_Cal at 510-664-8477. (1/5)
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
Let me be perfectly clear, I am appalled by the violence. The safety of all community members is my biggest priority. (2/5)
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
I abhor violence. The rioters who descended on Berkeley do not represent my values or Berkeley values. (3/5)
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
Police strategy was ordered by the department, not me. They did an excellent job in preventing further risk to safety. (4/5)
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
City staff are doing a full assessment of damage. If you have been affected and need city services, call 510-981-2489. (5/5)
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
I consider much of what Mr. Yiannopoulos says to be hateful. But I regret and apologize for the white national label.
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
Revised statement to reflect updated information. pic.twitter.com/w9iykrWveB
— Jesse Arreguin (@JesseArreguin) February 2, 2017
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For many all this is a case of “too little too late.”
It's not enough to backpedal you should be say I agree with his right to free speech that was infringe upon last night
— Calm Down! (@hawkfan0607) February 2, 2017
https://twitter.com/LanceaeSanctae0/status/827240186463547393
"It wasn't me." Ladies and gentlemen, the mayor of #Berkeley. https://t.co/wsDeTzTw3L
— Viewer (@PeripateticMe) February 2, 2017
https://twitter.com/0Hour1Army/status/827242703494737921
Berserkley values: Ransack a Starbucks for justice! https://t.co/rw1Yy13Sgp
— Jonathan Roseman (@sqeptiq) February 2, 2017
Bullshit you ENCOURAGED IT https://t.co/bBCWVdFvgV
— herewegokids??? #MAGA (@herewegokids7) February 2, 2017
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