Harris Decries Atlanta Shooting: 'No One Should Be Silent in the Face of Hate'

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke out about the massage parlor shootings in Atlanta that killed eight people Tuesday, calling the attack "tragic," and saying the nation grieves for the loss of the victims.

Harris made the comments as she began a meeting with Irish Prime Minister Micheal Martin on St. Patrick's Day.

While Georgia authorities say it is too early to determine whether the shootings were racially motivated, Harris said she wanted to be clear to the Asican-American community "that we stand with you and understand how this has frightened and shocked and outraged all people."

Harris said the administration speaks out "in solidarity with them" and acknowledges "that none of us should ever be silent in the face of any form of hate."

Officials said they are still investigating whether the deaths were hate crimes amid concerns over a wave of attacks on Asian Americans. Six of the victims were Asian and seven were women.

Authorities say the suspect, 21-year-old Robert Aaron Long, said he possibly had a sex addiction.

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[-WillAlone-]

What? Kamala's not bailing out the shooters?

[joanndula]

You should stand with all Americans no matter their color or race 🤷‍♀️

[rwjy]

Harris Decries Atlanta Shooting: 'No One Should Be Silent in the Face of Hate' < Selective caring... Aw, well isn't she special...

[colorad]

Super likable. Most popular president ever lol

[GETVRHERE]

To live and die in the “Land of the Brave”

[nancychace]

Respectfully, recognizing that violence against Asians is a serious problem in our country, this terrible shooting in GA. does NOT appear to be racially motivated. It does no service to anyone of any color in this country to place blame inappropriately or make something out to be what it is not. I don't think this was Kamala's intention. She's trying to maintain a balanced view.
It is very important to face these issues for what they are, in this case the problem would be about sexual violence toward women, or a sexual perversion that spiraled out of control. Put it where it belongs. This is every bit as serious an issue as violence against Asians and needs to similarly be brought out in the open. There is a permeating culture that flys under the radar in this country that sexual violence and perversion is ok. It is NOT. Look at what has been going on at Fort Hood. Not ok and hurts all of us. I hope the media will use this terrible moment to at least take an honest look at prostitution, brothels, how much they have permeated our society, the implications of that, the money involved, where does it really go? (To buy bomb making material for the Middle East?) Associated health issues...

[htinhtoo]

I am responsible for the Atlanta shooting . I am responsible for the Atlanta shooting my response. Robert Aaron Long. - YouTube

[Irishgirl]

She is brilliant. We look forward to you being President of America in the future!