Several Georgia legislators recently participated in a conference call to discuss establishing a statewide legislative agenda to enhance community relations in their districts and throughout the state of Georgia.

Legislators who participated in the call included: Representatives James Beverly (D-Macon), Roger Bruce (D-Atlanta), Park Cannon (D-Atlanta), Winfred Dukes (D-Albany), Virgil Fludd (D-Tyrone), LaDawn Jones (D-Atlanta), Billy Mitchell (D-Stone Mountain), Sandra Scott (D-Rex), Keisha Waites (D-Atlanta) and State Senator Vincent Fort (D-Atlanta).

“We care about the racial crisis facing our state and our country as a whole, and we want to hear from our constituents,” said Rep. Waites.

“My fellow legislators and I will continue to respond to any injustices in our communities and our state and work towards a better Georgia,” said Rep. Scott.

"We look forward to more conversations and actions in hopes of bringing about effective changes in our communities,” said Rep. Cannon.

During the conference call, legislators shared personal insights regarding racial issues and power misuse, both in law enforcement settings and elsewhere, within their districts in an effort to find a meaningful course of action.  
“As a nation, we have been riveted by images highlighting the use of excessive force by law enforcement in communities of color,” said Rep. Beverly.

“We agree that we should hold public hearings throughout the state on the use of excessive force,” said Rep. Dukes.
These legislators intend to meet with government officials and constituents, hold statewide press conferences and host public hearings and town hall meetings across the state. More information on these meetings will be forthcoming as it is made available.