Response of Steve Scalise (R-La.)

“Violent attacks in our communities are never acceptable, but it’s especially painful when these attacks are motivated by prejudice. I will always call for justice to be served in the face of such attacks and it’s important that all of us take a stand against violence and hate in our communities. “The recent church burnings in St. Landry Parish made it clear that our work to combat prejudice and racism continues. After visiting the churches personally, it was heartbreaking to see the effect of religious hate and racism in our state, but the resilience and faith of these communities gives me confidence in all of our ability to unite and rise above such hatred to create a stronger Louisiana.”