Kansas City, MO (October 30, 2020) – Today, the Missouri Democratic Party became aware of a noose –– a symbol most strongly associated with our nation’s legacy of racism, particularly the violent lynchings of Americans of color –– on display directly next to voting booths in Stone County. Acting Chair Clem Smith released the following statement:

“For a noose to be displayed next to voting booths is clear intimidation targeting Black voters. This symbol’s purpose is to stoke the fires of racial prejudice and strike fear in the hearts of people of color. It is a painful reminder of the murders and lynchings of Black Americans. To see one next to a voting booth is offensive, inappropriate, and outrageous. It should be obvious to anybody that a noose does not belong at anybody’s election booth. It must be taken down immediately.”

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