As violence escalates in the Middle East, it is imperative to ensure that all Nashville residents remain safe — and feel safe.
“As mayor it is my responsibility to keep Nashvillians safe and to offer support to those who suffer,” Mayor Freddie O’Connell said. “Parents need to know their children are safe when they drop them at pre-school and daycare. Our children need to feel safe and be safe at school. And everyone needs to feel safe and be safe on the streets and at public gatherings.
“I know that Chief Drake and the men and women of our police department take this responsibility very seriously and have dedicated their professional lives to the safety of Nashville and all those who live and visit here. Dialogue and open channels of communication between our police department, Jewish, and Muslim leaders are part of our public safety commitment. Islamophobia and Anti-Semitism have no place in Nashville.
“As I listen to my friends in our local Jewish, Palestinian, Arab American and Muslim communities, I hear pain over the loss of innocent lives and concerns about the safety of family and friends. War, terrorism, and conflicts that prevent lasting peace are devastating wherever they happen,” Mayor O’Connell continued. “It is imperative that all of us who have chosen Nashville as home support one another during this difficult time. In addition to MNPD, there are city, state, national and nonprofit resources available to help those in crisis, either emotional or physical. Our resilience as a city depends on the rapid response of our first and second responders.”
Resource Guide for Nashvillians Impacted by Middle East Conflict