In response to the armed attack this morning in Alexandria, Virginia against members of Congress, including Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA), and their staff, Interfaith Alliance president Rabbi Jack Moline issued the following statement:

“Interfaith Alliance joins a stunned nation in concern over the shooting of Members of Congress and their staff at a sports field in Virginia this morning. Our hearts ache at the intrusion of violence into this moment of camaraderie, something sorely needed in these tumultuous times. We hope for a speedy and complete recovery for those injured physically and emotionally, and we are grateful to law enforcement for their rapid response.”

Interfaith Alliance is a network of people of diverse faiths and beliefs from across the country working together to build a resilient democracy and fulfill America’s promise of religious freedom and civil rights not just for some, but for all. We mobilize powerful coalitions to challenge Christian nationalism and religious extremism, while fostering a better understanding of the healthy boundaries between religion and government. We advocate at all levels of government for an equitable and just America where the freedoms of belief and religious practice are protected, and where all persons are treated with dignity and have the opportunity to thrive. For more information visit interfaithalliance.org.