(LaPorte, IN) - The La Porte County Commissioners support the right of all Americans to exercise their right to freedom of speech and the right to peaceful protest.  We are supportive of those who wish to exercise these rights in La Porte today and strongly encourage those participating to continue to emphasize in word and in action that the protests are peaceful demonstrations.  Please practice tolerance and respect to others and to property. 
 
This is a time in our country’s history when much can be learned by listening to one another.  It is only by listening and learning to all voices and to all people that we can work together to build stronger, healthier and more resilient communities for ALL Americans.     
 
 
Sheila Matias, President La Porte County Commission