Today US Rep. Ed Perlmutter released the following statement in response to the tragic shootings at Arapahoe High School and marking the one year anniversary of Sandy Hook:

"Today, I want to thank our first responders who acted swiftly to ensure the safety of our students and teachers yesterday after the shooting at Arapahoe High School.  Our hearts and prayers are with all of the families and victims of the tragedy in Newtown, CT, as well as Arapahoe High School here in Colorado. In the wake of these senseless acts if violence, I know our resilience and the strength of our communities will unite us and guide us forward."

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